Named after the illustrious fishing captain Leonardo Destin, who lived here in the mid 19th century, Destin is nowadays a glamorous resort town in the Florida Panhandle. Overlooking the Gulf of Mexico, this seaside town is renowned for its clean beaches and emerald waters. An oceanfront Destin vacation rental is the perfect place to set up camp.
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Popular Rental Amenities in Destin
Finding a vacation rental with a pool shouldn't be too hard in Destin. Nearly all of the properties provide one. In addition, more Condo have pools than any other accommodation type. They are an excellent choice if you go in a group of 7, as that is the number of people they can accommodate on average. more than half of Destin's vacation rentals with pools are situated within two kilometres of water, divide your time between the pool and the waterfront
Price and Availability Index in Destin
Vacation Rental Price Information in Destin
We analyzed vacation homes, cottages and apartments to display a price graph showing the average price per night in Destin. Prices reach a peak a week in July. The price per night in a vacation rental in Destin this week (7/5 – 7/12) costs on average $1,082. The week with the lowest average prices is in January (1/18 – 1/25).
Rental availability information in Destin
This graph shows the vacation rental availability rate for the next twelve months. The week with the highest booking rate in the next 12 months is in January (1/25 – 2/1), where 80% of the vacation rentals are booked. On the contrary, only 37% of vacation homes are booked during a week in March (3/29 – 4/5).
Things to Do and See
Destin's biggest claims to fame are its powdery white sand and emerald green waters. Water sports enthusiasts will be thrilled by the sheer number of activities that are on offer. Why not have a go parasailing, scuba diving, snorkeling, jet skiing, tubing, or kayaking? For those looking to stay on dry land, you could try the local sand castle building lessons. Sunbathers and kite fliers will love the vast, sun-drenched stretches of beach.
Destin Harbor is home to a extensive fishing fleet that ensure the town is teaming with delicious seafood. Destin is also a hotspot for golfers, both amateur and seasoned. Tee off at the award-winning Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. The Destin Boardwalk is a great spot to indulge in some people-watching — sip on an iced coffee at one of the waterfront cafés and watch the world go by.
Excursion Ideas
Embark on a deep sea fishing expedition and bring home some redfish and mackarel to grill back at your Destin vacation rental. Snorkelers will be astonished at the colorful tropical fish and marine life present among the Destin jetties and Crystal Beach Pier pilings. Take the kids on an educational dolphin cruise, where they can even feed the dolphins and birds.
Fancy diving through reefs and shipwrecks by night? Simply ask at your local dive shop; even novices are welcome! For those less keen on exploring the secrets of the ocean, the civil war-era Fort Pickens and its affilliated nature reserve await. For more beach fun, drive down to the secluded Fort Walton Beach and Navarre Beach, both accessible by car. Two hours west of Destin is Biloxi and the Mississippi Gulf Coast, home to Vegas-style casinos.
Destin: A sun-kissed city on the Gulf Coast
Henderson Beach State Park
Over four miles of beach await at this pet-friendly park. The boardwalks are ideal for diving off, sunbathing and fishing, whilst camping sites are available too.
Destin Harbor Boardwalk
The scenic boardwalk extends for a quarter of a mile, and hosts the Destin Seafood Festival and the Fishing Rodeo event each October. It's also the place to come for shopping, dining and nightlife all-year round.
Destin Harbor
Take a boat cruise, listen to the live bands, dine at the waterfront cafés and soak up the lively atmosphere at Destin Harbor.
Village of Baytowne Wharf
Enjoy weekly concerts, fireworks displays, and open-air film nights in this village nearby to Destin. Zip lines, toy shops, arcades and ice cream parlours keep kids happy.
Crystal Sands Beach
Play football or frisbee on this soft white sand beach that stretches for miles, whilst there are plenty of dining and shopping options within easy reach too.
Information about vacation rentals in Destin
🏡 Vacation rentals available | 12,681 rentals |
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💳 Possible discounts | up to 19% |
🌙 Nightly prices starting at | $135 |
⭐ Popular amenities | Pool, Internet and Air conditioning |
🐾 Pet friendly homes | 1,347 homes |
🏊 Vacation rentals with pools | 11,514 homes |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical availability of vacation rentals in Destin?
We found 12,681 vacation homes in Destin available for your next trip.
What are the most popular vacation home amenities in Destin?
Many travellers are searching for Pool, Internet, and Air conditioning when booking a vacation home in Destin.
Are there pet-friendly vacation rentals in Destin?
Finding a vacation rental in Destin that allows dogs is definitely possible, with 1,347 pet-friendly homes on offfer.
What's the best month to book a vacation rental in Destin?
If you're looking for balmy weather, June and July are typically the hottest months in Destin with temperatures around 32 °C. February and January in Destin are the coldest, with 10 °C on average.
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