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9BR Gulf Front Home, Pool, Elevator, Pool Table + Free Attraction Tickets!

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Exterior
Pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
9 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

9 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 20548 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

9BR Gulf Front Home, Pool, Elevator, Pool Table + Free Attraction Tickets!

Welcome to The Bellagio, a Gulf-front home in Destin, FL, boasting 9 bedrooms, 7.5 bathrooms, and accommodating up to 20 guests. Just minutes away from fun family attractions like the SilverSands Premium Outlets, The Destin Commons, and Grand Blvd. The moment you turn onto the driveway at this Destin home, you are welcomed with its large paved driveway lined with palm trees. Located directly on the Gulf, this property provides beautiful Gulf and sunrise/sunset views from all 3 floors. While The Bellagio is a classic older home that shows some age and could benefit from a few updates, its incredible location and breathtaking Gulf views more than make up for it. You and your family are sure to enjoy these views as you sip your coffee in the mornings or share dinner on the back porch.

This spacious plan boasts over 5,800 square feet, with each of the 3 floors offering its own unique space. Featuring a private Gulf-front pool, this vacation rental is perfect for any occasion. From family reunions and church retreats to girls' weekend getaways and multi-family vacations, this beach home is an ideal choice. Just steps from the sugar white sands, The Bellagio provides a great experience in beautiful Destin.

The main house features an expansive open-concept kitchen with seating for 4 at the bar and 2 parallel dining tables accommodating 8 guests each, ensuring everyone can dine together comfortably. For added convenience, the main floor has a full bathroom that's easily accessible from both the downstairs bunk room and the living area. Additionally, there's a full laundry room off of the kitchen, providing easy access during your stay. After a day of adventure, relax in the spacious living area, equipped with Apple TV for your entertainment needs.

Step outside to the Gulf-front patio with commercial outdoor grills, where you can savor the stunning views while barbecuing. The private Gulf-front pool offers the perfect spot to cool off after your beach day. Plus, enjoy direct access to your private beach via the private boardwalk. Escape the crowds and enjoy the convenience and privacy of having your own piece of paradise just steps away from The Bellagio.

Take the stairs or elevator to the 2nd floor to find large king bedrooms with en-suite baths and sweeping Gulf views. The 3rd floor features a spacious bedroom with 2 queen beds, a double twin bedroom, and a king master bedroom with a mini bar area and breathtaking Gulf views.

For added convenience, the carriage house offers a separate living area with a pool table, a full kitchen with dining seating for 4, and a queen bedroom with an en-suite bath. With Gulf views from the mini balcony, this charming retreat offers a bit of privacy and seclusion.

Sleeping Arrangements - Main Home:
1st Floor, Bedroom 1: 2 full-over-full bunk beds + pull-out twin trundle beds; and a connecting bunk area with a twin-over-twin bunk bed.
2nd Floor, Bedroom 2: King bedroom, TV. Connecting full bath w/ a tub shower combo.
2nd Floor, Bedroom 3: Gulf-view king bedroom, TV. Connecting full bath w/ a tub/shower combo
2nd Floor, Bedroom 4: Gulf-view king master bedroom, TV. Connecting full bath.
3rd Floor, Bedroom 5: 2 queen beds, TV. Connecting full bath.
3rd Floor, Bedroom 6: 2 twin beds, TV.
3rd Floor, Bedroom 7: Gulf-view king master bedroom, TV and mini bar. Connecting bathroom with dual vanity, tub, and glass enclosed shower.

Sleeping Arrangements - Carriage Home:
Bedroom 8: Queen bed. Full bathroom off of living area.

Book your stay at The Bellagio and enjoy exclusive perks through Xplorie! Play golf at Emerald Bay or Regatta Bay, set sail on the Sea Blaster Sunset Dolphin Cruise, and soar on the Baytowne Zipline. Cool off at Big Kahuna’s Water Park, challenge yourself at Black Light Mini Golf and more. With these complimentary experiences, your Destin getaway will be unforgettable!

* Parking for 5 cars
* Sorry, no pets allowed
* Apple TV does not come with iTunes enabled; guests will need to use their iTunes accounts to log in

Property manager

Benchmark Management

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 9 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 7.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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: 5,895 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Bellagio Newly Renovated Gulf Front Pool Perfect Sunset View
Bellagio Newly Renovated Gulf Front Pool Perfect Sunset View
Million Dollar Views!! Experience Luxury at it Finest
2261-129728
Million-dollar Views! Experience Luxury at its Finest Destin

About the neighborhood

Map
Destin, Florida

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Destin Commons - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 6 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪World of Beer - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 9BR Gulf Front Home, Pool, Elevator, Pool Table + Free Attraction Tickets! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 9BR Gulf Front Home, Pool, Elevator, Pool Table + Free Attraction Tickets!?

Self parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at 9BR Gulf Front Home, Pool, Elevator, Pool Table + Free Attraction Tickets!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 9BR Gulf Front Home, Pool, Elevator, Pool Table + Free Attraction Tickets!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 9BR Gulf Front Home, Pool, Elevator, Pool Table + Free Attraction Tickets! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Crystal Beach vacation home is just steps from Shore at Crystal Beach Park and Miramar Beach. Destin Beaches is 2.5 mi (3.9 km) away.

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9BR Gulf Front Home, Pool, Elevator, Pool Table + Free Attraction Tickets! Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 120 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Brandi F.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disgusting

I want to post pictures of this home as it was disgusting. We were informed after having three different maintenance people come to the property to repair things but also not repair things that the owner of this property doesn't even live in the country and is a slum lord. He won't get things fixed or updated because he still makes a tone of rental money on this property. The pool didn't work the heat to the pool didn't work the mattresses were the most disgusting stained things I have ever seen. The TV's didn't work the tub faucets leaked all over the floor because they weren't put on correctly. The ceilings looked like they were going to fall in because of water damage. It was horrible. Benchmark Property Management knew about the home being in disarray and VRBO should not be representing this home as it will bring your rating down. I am disgusted that out of all the times I have used VRBO this was the type of home and Management team you have representing you. I will find a way to add pictures and reviews wherever I possibly can so that this home doesn't ger represented anymore.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ellen D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location in Destin

Large extended family vacation and we enjoyed the location close to everything we needed and wanted. Large house was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Blake S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golf Trip

Some buddies and I (11 of us) took our annually golf trip and decided on Destin. This house was very clean and perfect for a group of our size. Would certainly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kelli C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great stay

Pros...large bedrooms, beautiful views, lots of space and pool was a hit. The management company was awesome to work with and the few issues we had were fixed immediately even after hours Cons....close to a public beach, kitchen needs to be better stocked with pots and pans for cooking
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Holly J.

Beautiful place with great views

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We really enjoyed our stay here. It is a beautiful place with incredible an ocean view. Management was also very professional and responsive
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10/10 Excellent

Coastal G.

Off site meeting at the Bellagio in Destin on the ocean.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We absolutely loved our stay at this property! The location is breathtaking, nestled right by the gulf with pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters. From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the exceptional service by Benchmark Management. Communication was seamless, ensuring that every aspect of our stay was nothing short of perfection. We can't wait to return for another unforgettable getaway!

10/10 Excellent

Dane B., Mason City, IA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break

We have come to Destin for years and this by far has been our favorite stay. The house is everything it says it is and MORE. Great location, perfect set up for large group, and when we had an issue, it was quickly taken care. Spring break was very busy this year in Destin, the beaches were so packed, so we were very thankful for the private pool!!!!!!! We can’t wait to go back next year!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mande N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing views

You can’t beat this location! It was unbelievable. The beds were comfy and lots of room. The kitchen drawers need a good cleaning and the trim in kitchen could use some fresh paint but who cares with that view! This house was perfect for my large party! We had so much fun! I can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Letitia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything was perfect

I can’t express enough how great our stay was. We renewed our 20th vows, and we was able to accommodate all 75of our guests. Nicole and her staff was amazing. They had a great setup for me and my husband. They also made sure we had everything we need. Thank you all!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
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8/10 Good

Rachel P.

Girls Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was gorgeous. There were some issues with the alarm system going off in the middle of the night and the elevator breaking, but maintenance got there pretty quickly to fix the issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Kim A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

View was amazing

View was amazing.. house was good except a few things need updated oven takes 45 min to heat and you have to up temp 25 degrees , stove, refrigerator is to small for that many people. The house is amazing. One thing that should state on the website is the $35 per day extra charge to heat pool. We would defiantly go back if house is maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Bailey S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Issues.. but overall it was OK

Like many other reviews, the property was dirty. I even emailed the property before our stay and was assured it would be cleaned. The floors were so dirty our feet were black. There were roaches. A lot of things were broken - most importantly the door to the pool does not stay shut so be careful if you are bringing young children who might wander around. I did notify management about this issue. Besides all the issues, the size and location of property is great for big families.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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6/10 Okay

Tim T.

November 2020

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location, large home, everything else was just average. Poor communication when asking questions about the property, the kitchen is poorly stocked, there are maintenance issues that need to be repaired, and there were also ants and cockroaches.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
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8/10 Good

Irby C.

May 23 Family Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall the trip was good. Benchmark is proactive in communications with text. Bellagio accommodated our family well. The kids had space as well as each couple.. the negative is the close proximity to public beach access. Even though it was May, the beaches got very crowded especially on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
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10/10 Excellent

Rodger W.

Thoroughly enjoyable December 2017 Stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family of 20 from all over the US stayed for a week over the 2017 Xmas holiday and had a fabulous time at the Bellagio. The house and beach are gorgeous and clean. A bit of work in progress in carriage house was no problem. The management was very helpful and their crew rapidly responded to our requests. One suggestion is to install a garbage disposal. We would be happy to have a chance to return to this terrific location.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

September 2017 Stay

This house was amazing. My family came and celebrated my sons 18th birthday. We had a blast. Everything was more than expected. Everyone was very excited about this home. We called about the hot water down stairs, maintenance came and fixed problem immediately. The only thing was wrong, but didn't hender our fun, was the elevator was not operational, other than that, no complaints at all. House is directly on beach always a plus, and the private pool was also a plus. We will definitely return again and stay in this place. You guys rock. Thanks so much for allowing my family to rent this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

6/10 Okay

Kim F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful home and location losing it’s luster

The beachfront location is terrific and the fact that it could accommodate our 20 family members with the flexibility of a pool was a most welcome feature. The home is showing extreme wear and tear. The exterior needs power washing, landscaping is an eye sore. We notified management company: mold in bathrooms, rainwater leaking from can light in bedroom, kitchen wood tables very sticky and this was also brought up in a May review, along with other items. Our family really enjoyed our stay, but the property needs some tender loving care.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
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8/10 Good

Julia V.

Good location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Spent nearly a week. Beautiful home, spacious rooms. The home needs some tender loving care. Minor repairs have not been done like shower doors off track, double doors that barely open, uneven floors, slow shower drains, pigeons living in the eves, ovens and stove tops slow to warm, dining tables that need resurfacing. It is a beautiful, clean home that has been neglected a little, not terrible. The view and beach is breathtaking.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
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2/10 Terrible

Ann C.

Bummer!!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I forwarded photos of the trash build up over 5 days of our stay! This is well documented! The beach/location were great but the a word...NASTY! Trash from previous guest still in 2 of the bathrooms, ceiling leaked during rain (2 rooms) being in the building industry, it was easy for us to see the problem, tiles missing on the roof! No AC in the garage apt from day 2!! Top oven does not work, ice make was always 1/2 water, lovely roaches every evening in the kitchen, pool toys left in box, moldy/mildewed, return air vents very dirty, I could go on but let’s just say....again, NASTY! We owned a property at Villa Coyaba and know what it takes to have a high dollar property, what it takes to keep quests happy, again very disappointed....
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10/10 Excellent

Roanita Jenkins o.

The Bellagio Home is the best!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I planned my trip around the Bellagio home. Once I saw this house, I knew that I wanted to vacation there. The house is gorgeous. It’s been well-maintained, it was clean and Benchmark mortgage was quick to answer any questions that we had upon our arrival. The house is steps away from the beach. The views are stunning. It was a great place for me to celebrate my birthday with my girlfriend. There were only four of us in this massive house, but we planted it that way. Most certainly can sleep up to 20 people. All the bedrooms have TVs and all of the bedrooms, the entire house just makes you feel so cozy. It was such a relaxing time for us. We had a personal chef to come in and cook and , she went on the deck and was just amazed at the view. So if anyone is thinking of this property, do not think. Run and book it. I’m actually at this moment trying to book it again to take son, my daughter-in-law and my grandson thank you for being so good to me. You can’t go wrong booking this beautiful property.

4/10 Poor

Gina P.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointed in Destin

Similar to other visitors’ experiences, we found that while the location and beach were nice, the house itself was very worn down. The roof was broken and had birds flying in/out at all hours and the mess they made on pool deck made it mostly unusable. The house has a nice amount of space and layout, but it just hasn’t been taken care of. Despite being a large home, the management company provided one trash bag for our 4-night stay. Given the price point for this rental, it was just an unnecessary cheap move; to have to buy/bring your own trash bags to help keep their property tidy just seems odd. We also had to wait for the pool to be cleaned until our 3rd day because the pool mgmt company only comes on Saturdays. Half the bottom was covered in sand from previous guests- just gross. Again- not the “luxury” experience we thought we were paying for.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Mark H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Family vacation

This should be a great home to have in VRBO availability. Unfortunately it needs to have a couple of weeks of maintenance and repairs. Hours after arrival our Grand kids were laying on the sofa’s and noticed that their feet were really dirty from walking barefoot in the house. Landscaping is a mess. Garage is loaded with previous replacement appliances. The back door needs door handle and latch replaced. When walking in to kitchen the Sheetrock on the corner of the bar area is separated. Exterior show signs of stucco repairs paint not matching. Widows rotten in kitchen area. Bolster broken on staircase. Downstairs flooring was replaced with a cheaper laminate flooring and needs replaced. Upon arrival the house had a serious musty smell. We went and bought plug-ins to alleviate the smell. The house is in an awesome location. Layout is good. Should be a wonderful place to enjoy. Unfortunately it leaves a lot to be desired with current conditions. As a fellow VRBO homeowner it was disappointing to spend this much money for the current conditions.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Crystal D.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Don't stay here! Ruined my vow renewal experience

Was notified the day before my stay that the oven did not work. During our stay, the elevator did not work, the pool was dirty and would not heat, furniture was soiled/stained, spiders found in two of the beds, and because the steps were not secured to the bunk bed one of the kids fell off the steps trying to get on the top bunk. On my vow renewal day, instead of focusing on my ceremony, I received a visit from a rep from the company to discuss my experience while my stylist was doing my hair in the bathroom. Just sad! I advise all guests to take pics before and after their stay. This company is not trustworthy at all. My mother-in-law had to sleep on the couch, as she could not walk up the steps and my guests did not want to sit on the soiled chairs in the kitchen. In addition, the caterer spent way more time than anticipated preparing our meals. This company does not sell the experience they promise. I asked for the company's legal team information and was originally told it was on their website. That was a lie! They then told me to have my lawyer call the guests relations number. I have never been so disappointed!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
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2/10 Terrible

Charles G.

Dirty Property and Terrible Management Company

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed here from May 7th-14th 2023 with our entire family and can provide you with an accurate and detailed review of the property. Please know that this is more a reflection of the management company and the terrible job they did than the house itself or the homeowner. We rent beach houses all the time and have normal expectations of typical wear and tear, etc.Let’s start with what is great about this house. The location is excellent, right in the heart of Destin and the views are amazing for lack of a better word. The home itself, while dated, is spacious and beautiful. That is about all you can say that is good.Below was our experience at the house:1. We arrived on Sunday 1 hour prior to check-in time. I had my father-in-law with me who is handicapped. I called Benchmark and asked if we could go ahead and enter the property since it was hot outside and the home looked vacant and ready. They informed me to do that would cost $65.00. I said that was a bit ridiculous but okay. They then informed me that they had not completed the final inspection so that we could not enter. I felt relieved that someone was going to come look and make sure everything was ready and accepted the situation.2. The trash out front was jam packed full of trash when we arrived and smelled terrible. The cans were not brought to the road, and we ended up having to haul the trash from the previous guests to the road.3. While waiting I walked around to the back of the home to look at the view and the pool. The pool was completely full of sand, trash, and dirt. I showed the lady completing her inspection and she told me that it should have already been cleaned, that she was sorry and that she would get someone to come clean it asap.4. The next day no one had come to clean the pool, even after calling and emailing and texting them. Obviously with young kids they wanted to use the pool. I took it upon myself to contact a company who c

6/10 Okay

Valerie K.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great location, ok house

We stayed at this property for a week in early November… The location is great! Just steps out the back door is the white sand beach that Destin is famous for. Communication with the management company was great and easy. However, the property manager himself was difficult to work with. We had several issues with the house, which the property management company took care of promptly, which was great! The house is well worn either from VRBO guests or just time. Prior to coming I had called the management company and asked about all the issues that were revealed in prior reviews on Vrbo. They assured me that almost all of them had been taken care of, except the ovens. The ovens were very slow to heat and uneven cooking. They have new ones on order, and those will be installed at some point in the future… As others noted, the burners on the stove don’t work very well either. We had a private chef come in and cook one evening, and he had to use all of the flawed equipment. But he was a pro, And made it work well! I reached out to the management company twice before arriving asking if there was a pack and play available and a high chair. They were never able to answer me. Upon arriving, we found to pack and plays, and a highchair, dusty and in rough condition in the garage. This property boasts of six parking spaces… We had three SUVs parked in the driveway and it was very hard to get in and out. The two garage spaces in the property do have quite a bit of junk in them and it is a very tight squeeze for something like a suburban to fit in there, so if you are driving a large vehicle, do not plan on parking in the garage. Also, the pictures of the pool are a little deceiving, it is much smaller than the pictures make it look like. I will say that we had the pool heated while we were there and the pool heat works very well! We have been at other properties where the pool heat just barely functions. So this was a pleasant surprise to have a good pool heat for the kids to jump in on the cooler days especially . We had ages 60 down to 18 months and there was plenty of room in the house for everyone. It is good to note that the bedroom that is above the garage is not accessible directly through the house. You have to go outside. But it is like its own little apartment with a kitchenette, table, bathroom, and bedroom. Overall, we enjoyed ourselves particularly because of the great location of this house! Because of the location one can overlook the flaws!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022