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Salty Dolphin - Gulf Front Oasis on Crystal Beach

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TV, DVD player, books, video library
On the beach
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 575 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Miramar Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Shore at Crystal Beach Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Commons
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About this property

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

Salty Dolphin - Gulf Front Oasis on Crystal Beach

FREE BEACH CHAIR SERVICE DURING SEASON (Mar - Oct) & BEACH TOWELS PROVIDED

Fresh new touch ups with a beachier blue color and professional photos coming in October 2025

Are you looking to have all the amenities while you live the beach life? Well, look no further as our recently renovated (Nov 2023) one bedroom beachfront condo, or our home away from home as we call it, has it all! Crystal Sands is ideally located just steps from the white sands and warm waters of Crystal Beach and minutes (1mi) from the famous Destin Commons and a few of the infamous beachfront food destinations Destin offers. You can hear the waves crashing on the beach from inside the condo at the Salty Dolphin. You can watch the dolphins swim and frolic in the mornings with your coffee too! Could it get any better!?

Our passion is your experience and we'll do everything we can to make sure you'll remember your trip for a lifetime.

Crystal Sands is a low rise (3 story) condo building with a private beach so you can avoid the crowds. It's also perched nicely above the crystal blue waters for amazing views of the beach and waters. Nothing better than watching the sun set from the patio as the dolphins swim by in our opinion! Except maybe a cold beverage to go along with it! The sounds of the waves crashing on the beach inside don't hurt either....or at least that's what we think!

With a first class design, luxury amenities, and an unbeatable convenient location you'll find it all here as Crystal Sands! You can enjoy an outdoor pool or watch the kiddos build sand castles while you get dinner ready or read a book on the patio. It's truly an unrivaled experience and we'd love to share our family condo with you.

You name it, it's new in our unit. We recently redid everything from floor to the ceiling. New floors, cabinets, appliances, granite countertops, king size bed, sofa with a pullout, and a new TV to unwind after a long day playing in the sand. If comfort is what you desire, comfort is what you'll get; as we believe our second home should be just as comfortable, if not more, than our primary residence.

You'll also be welcomed to a fully stocked kitchen for those with a passion for cooking, or looking to save a few bucks. Cooking not your thing? Mix a few drinks with the blender or open a bottle of wine before you head to one of the delicious restaurants that we've provided in the suggestions guide at the unit.

We strive to create an atmosphere that'll allow you to make the lifetime memories you came to Destin to achieve. A beachfront paradise where you park your car outside to open the door to an ocean view that makes you forget about it all right away so you can....VACATION!

So what are you waiting for? Come stay with us and see all that Destin has to offer!

Early check-in requests cannot be confirmed until the day of arrival. If available, early check-ins will be subject to a $100 fee.

Amenities
• Beach Front
• Parking Right out Front
• Outdoor Pool
• Free Beach Service (Mar - Oct)
• Outdoor BBQ Area (charcoal)
• Free WiFi
• In Unit Laundry
• Cable TV
• Fully Stocked Kitchen
• Iron & Board
• Hair Dryer
• Beach
• Biking
• Parasailing
• Boating
• Jet Skis
• SUP Boards
• Fishing
• Swimming
• Golfing
• Fishing
• Hiking
• Kayaking
• Horseback Riding
• Boat rentals to crab island
• Sunsets galore

This is a private one bedroom condo that you will have full use and access to during your stay.

We are available before, during and after your stay. Just a phone call, text or email away! We have included a binder in the unit of places we like to venture out to to get you pointed it the right direction for some of the additional amenities and hot spots around the area.

The condo complex is located right on Crystal Sands beach. The sand is so fine it squeaks beneath your feet as you're walking towards the water. Magical! We are within minutes of several great restaurants and bars. We're also a mile walk/drive to Destin Commons where there are several shops and restaurants to keep you busy throughout your stay. On the beach you're able to rent paddle boards, jet skis and some other smaller equipment. If you're looking for something bigger or other activities they are also close by and some suggestions are included in the binder we conveniently located in the condo for reference during your stay.

Most guests arrive with a car when coming to visit and you'll have access to the free parking lot at the complex. Some guests even choose to bring along or rent bikes while vacationing as it can be a fun way to see some of the sites and hop around the area. There are racks to lock them up.

Check out our reviews on our other unit in this building too as we just listed this one 1/13/21. (VRBO:1765260, 726646). We love what we do at the beaches of Destin and mountains of Breckenridge, CO.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of this condo's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Miramar Beach. Enjoy features like a water park and laundry facilities. The condo offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned condo with kitchen, washing machine, and 1.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and an elevator
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Steps from Miramar Beach and a 2-minute drive from Destin Commons
This condo offers its guests a water park. This condo also features barbecue grills, laundry facilities, and an elevator.

This Destin condo is smoke free.


Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: HOA pretty strictly enforces this as its a smoke f

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 805 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Must sign Rental Agreement w/in 48 hours of booking to validate stay and avoid cancellation
We require a $400 damage deposit/hold prior to your stay as posted online for incidental damages

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: HOA enforces a strict owners only pet policy here

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
HOA pretty strictly enforces this as its a smoke f

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number CND5603855
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

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Ocean Front Oasis II On Crystal Beach w/ Contact Free Check IN

Salty Dolphin - Gulf Front Oasis on Crystal Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 131 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 131 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 131 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 131 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The amenities were awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stanley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All of the communication was detailed and to the point. The condo was exceptionally clean and well appointed. We enjoyed our week stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent beach view and in a great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

VANCE W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As descibed in the listing.Never had a second thought or worry from hour 1.Great place.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect ocean front view and easy beach access!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curtis R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very pleased with the condo, and the beach location was perfect! Chairs and umbrellas were plentiful. Weather was great and we would absolutely stay here again!
Our view
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jason b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful condo in a perfect spot!! We never felt crowded on the beach!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tiffany c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. The condo had everything we could have wanted already provided. The view was awesome and it was such a quiet place to relax
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry M.

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

Salty dolphin

We enjoyed our honeymoon here. Condo was great convenient to the beach and everything in town. Nice place to stay!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deanna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful clean place. The umbrella and chairs are very appreciated. Beautiful weather all week. Lovely anniversary with my hubby.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Senada S.

Fantastic experience!

Salty Snow is our place to go, twice in row! Great family vacation spot. Property was very clean, kitchen fully stocked with everything we needed. View is incredible, great location. We will definitely be returning again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd H.

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

Destin Vacation

Great Place, beautiful view of the beach and water.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashtyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cute condo was perfect for our family! We loved being so close to the beach. The kitchen had everything we needed and there were plenty of towels/bedding. Host had great communication and was very responsive. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Vicky R.

Great Experience

The property exceeded our expectations. The location was perfect for our needs. The chairs and umbrella were much appreciated. We will definitely book again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

T H.

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

Great place

Everything was great including location, cleanliness, necessities, and information. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne T.

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

Perfect Long Weekend

Great location with a beautiful view. Condo was clean and exactly what we were looking for. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Wonderful views!

This place has wonderful views and great amenities. Would highly recommend and we hope to stay here on future vacations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

It was fun, beautiful location, unit was great, plan on coming back.

Our stay was a great experience. The unit was very clean, updated, beautiful location on the beach, and we plan on coming back and staying at the same location.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim V.

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

Great Stay!

The property was great! Just out of the busy section, but close enough to shopping and restaurants. The condo was very nice and the beach is AWESOME!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

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

Beach trip with daughter

We had an amazing time loved the location! Water was absolutely beautiful, loved the chairs being sit up so early. Over all a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danny T.

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

Excellent Accommodations

The property was excellent. Short walk to the beach and the owner was excellent with communicating. Will Stay there on my next visit to Destin.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy Pazely L.

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

Heaven

This property was amazing
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Historic snowfall….haha

Great property and location! Perfect host!!!
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

JOHN B.

Great to be on the beach in late winter!

Great condo at great location. Restaurants were superb. Walking areas were excellent. Nice quiet, calm week to unwind. We will be back.