Best Beach Homes for the Holidays in Destin

Southern Grace (5 bdr 4.5 bath)

Located in the exclusive gated community of Emerald Waters Village, Southern Grace will wash away all your cares and provide comfort and elegance for your holiday celebration. Unique custom features and an open floor plan make it possible for the chef to prepare meals in the large kitchen, while games are being played in the dining room and the movie watchers are in the living room…all while still enjoying each other’s company. With multiple King bedrooms, a bunk room with 2 triple bunks - queen on the bottom and twin on top, you can be assured there’s room for everybody. There’s even an additional seating area on the second floor.  As an added benefit, this home also provides a large washer and dryer set on each floor.  Learn more and book online.  

Under the Tuscan Sun (5 bdr 5 bath)

This tri-level palace boasts every extra, and upgrade that one could desire to make it perfect for holiday celebrations of all sizes. Located in the distinguished neighborhood of Avalon Beach Estates, Under the Tuscan Sun immediately stands out with a columned stucco exterior. A pleasant gated courtyard and walled pool deck with a waterfall welcome your guests into plush surroundings. Unique and wildly popular stained concrete floors guide you through comfortable bedrooms with palm tree decors. The first level features a movie room with a plasma television and a bar with chilled wine racks. An open kitchen extends out to designer suede couches and dining for 17. Large windows let sunlight flood the room, and a furnished balcony with a grill makes entertaining so enjoyable. This home has a giant master suite with a private balcony. Learn more and book online. 

Blue Starfish (4 bdr 4.5 bath)

This luxury vacation home is fitted with stainless steel appliances, including a five-burner gas range and a double oven, which are perfect for cooking holiday meals. The quirky, refurbished, bursting-with-color furnishings create a crisp, clean look within this vacation home. The five balconies and porches, four large bedrooms and an open floor plan create a wonderful space for gathering family and friends. Outside, the pool deck with a wall-mounted flat-screen TV on the back porch overlooking a lush green lawn makes gathering outdoors dreamy. Families can dine alfresco and will enjoy the convenience of a private gas grill, and a custom-built wet bar with a refrigerator. Finally, a full pool bath right off the porch makes cleaning up a joy. Learn more and book online. 

Regrouper (6 bdr 7 bath)

This backyard will make all your holiday dreams come true! This four-story beach vacation rental can comfortably fit several families thanks to its six bedrooms, two living rooms, three balconies and one of the coolest pool decks in Destin. ReGrouper has everything you’ll need for a holiday gathering. A full laundry room, tile floors throughout, a stocked kitchen, Wi-Fi and plenty of parking are some of the perks of this home. A lush green lawn encircles the pool and spa area where plush lounge furniture, a grill, and a private wooden outdoor shower round out this personal paradise. A favorite feature of ReGrouper’s pool deck is the spacious tiki hut complete with a U-shaped bar with Margaritaville-inspired décor. ReGrouper also features two small libraries, a wet bar in the 3rd-floor entertainment area, and four master suites with luxury showers. Learn more and book online. 

Crew Rest (3 bdr, 2 bath)

Crew Rest is a great spot for holiday celebrations. Having recently undergone a complete renovation in 2020, this 3-bedroom home delivers style, location and comfort. There are upgrades throughout the home including a Cook's Kitchen with new stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, as well as remote-controlled fans and new TV's in every room. Kitschy beach-themed bedrooms and new coastal furniture help families relax comfortably. Kids will love the “Crew Lounge" for computer time, games or game time on the Play Station. This home is just blocks from the beach and the community pool is conveniently located across the street. Learn more and book online. 

Soleil Levant (3 bdr, 3 bath)

Soleil Levant is French for “Rising Sun” signifying the dawn of a gorgeous holiday gathering for you and your loved ones. Located in the beachside Neighborhood of Caribe, Soleil Levant features many attributes that make this home truly unique, including stained concrete floors, a yellow spiral staircase connecting three levels and eye-catching original artwork. Other special touches include an old-fashioned clawed bathtub in the master bathroom, a fire-engine-red kitchen and a top floor with two balconies with views of the Gulf. Just a few steps from the beach, Soleil Levant boasts its own private pool and grill deck encircled by a landscaped back yard. Learn more and book online. 

Stairway to Hammock Heaven (4 bdr, 3 bath)

Satisfy all your senses this holiday season with a stay at Stairway to Hammock Heaven. Lounge around the private pool featuring a spillover spa or relax in one of the front porch swings and enjoy the beautifully landscaped yard, or head up to the hammocks in the crow’s nest to unwind, this home provides ample opportunities to chill during your beach holiday. Great for holiday gatherings, the enormous kitchen of this home is totally remodeled, fully stocked, and fit for any gourmet chef. With seating for at least 16, the kitchen is just waiting for you to prepare family favorites. Just outside the door on the deck is a large gas grill and Cajun boiler for a shrimp boil. For entertainment, the home is stocked with books and games as well as 5 televisions. Learn more and book online.   

Ocean Mist (3 bdr, 3 bath)

Dreaming of a coastal holiday celebration? Ocean Mist is a dream come true. This newly updated home has all new flooring, a fully updated kitchen and new large flat screen TV. Start at the top with the 'lighthouse view' of the Gulf from the third-floor balcony or kick back on the second-floor deck and enjoy the pleasant breezes and cheerful surroundings of the Crystal Beach neighborhood. Families will enjoy gathering in the backyard around the splash pool with a spill-over spa. Learn more and book online.  

Dolphin’s Cottage (4 bdr, 2.5 bath)

Dolphins are whimsical and playful, and that's just how you’ll feel in this fantastic beach cottage for the holidays. This warm and contemporary designer-furnished home has space divided equally among all the bedrooms, a kid’s room with two sets of bunk beds, and a large, open living/kitchen/dining area with eat-up bar. Outside a private pool complemented by a large furnished patio provides a great location to gather in the Florida sunshine or evenings under the stars. This home has been completely remodeled from top to bottom and is sure to be the perfect place for your holiday gathering. Learn more and book online.  

Water’s Edge (5 bedroom, 3.5 bath)

Water’s Edge has all the niceties you would expect from a new Destin vacation rental home located in the sought-after neighborhood of Destiny West in Destin Florida. The pool deck stretches to the lake and boasts modern outdoor furnishings, a sun shelf and spill-over spa and the good fortune of getting full sun all day. Perfect for holiday celebrations, the kitchen opens to a waterfall island, the dining table, a custom bench and an additional natural wood bar, creating seating for 12. A fantastic place to play chef, the kitchen and wine bar have everything you need to entertain guests for the holidays. Plus, the dining room opens to the back deck ad private pool deck, creating a beautiful outdoor space for your home for the holidays. Learn more and book online. 

Coastal Cove (7 bedroom, 7.5 bath)

Just as the name implies, this calming cove in Crystal Beach is an oasis for holiday gatherings. With a huge, brand-new deck in the backyard surrounding the private pool, Coastal Cove vacation rental offers the perfect outdoor space for an entire family. With designer choices like leathered granite counters, stainless steel appliances, custom tile work, and white cabinetry, this beach vacation home in Destin, Florida was specifically designed for large families and groups who enjoy living life ‘upgraded’. Learn more and book online. 

Book Your Holiday Celebration at the Beach

Now is the time to book your holidays at the beach. View our collection of vacation rentals online or call one of our friendly vacation specialists at 1-800-225-7652. Remember to always book direct with Newman-Dailey for our best rate guarantee. 

See you @ the beach!