House - Rating 5 (18 Reviews)

Destin4Relaxin


Bedroom 3 bedrooms
Bathroom 2 full
Guests 8 guests
Pets Allowed Pets Allowed
Flexible Dates Flexible

  • Address: 223 Sandy Cay Drive
  • Location: Miramar Beach
  • Type: House

Description Description
Top Reasons to Book this Beach Cottage:

* 4 Seater Low Speed Vehicle ($50/night)

* Pet Friendly (Add'l Fees Apply)

* Beautifully Updated 3BR Home

* Large, Open Backyard with Plenty of Room to Lounge and Play

* Garage Playroom for Family Fun

* Kitchen Features Stainless Steel Appliances

* Walk to Captain Dave's or Pompano Joe's

* Centrally Located Between Destin Commons and Silver Sands

* Snorkel the Dolphin Reef-more info under Area Attractions below

* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service

*This property is not available to adults under age 25. No Exceptions.*

*Per HOA: No jet skis, boats, trailers, motorhomes, U-Hauls, or other commercial vehicles are permitted.

*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*

*Pets are subject to approval, with a 2 pet max rule. If you are traveling with a pet, please provide the reservations team with the breed of your pet within 24 hours of placing your reservation. There will be an additional $250 fee included.*

Snowbird Season runs January thru February, on a monthly basis. To prepare a qualified quote, select your arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and the departure date (must be the 1st day of the month). Alternate dates must be pre-approved. All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee. Please contact us with your interest and to further assist!

Welcome to Destin4Relaxin, a newly renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home located in the gated Paradise Retreat community, just a short 880 yards from a private beach access. This house has a relaxed coastal feel and a spacious open layout connecting the kitchen, dining, and living areas, perfect for gatherings or family time. The garage is stocked with games for a fun family night after a day at the beach. With a Master King Bedroom featuring an ensuite bathroom with a soaking tub, a queen bedroom, and a bunk room with twin-over-twin bunks, this home comfortably accommodates 8 guests. The large backyard and patio offer a great space for family relaxation and activities when you're not at the beach. Destin4Relaxin is the perfect place to unwind and create new cherished memories!

**Please note, the garage is not available for parking.**

Paradise Retreat is a quiet, gated community of 120 homes within the beautiful Miramar Beach area. This community grants access to 320 feet of private, deeded beach with private access. Paradise Retreat is located only a short distance from several beachfront restaurants and only a few miles from Destin Commons and Silver Sands. Come see why this beautiful community is a family favorite!
The Bed Setup:

Master Bedroom: King Bed

Guest Bedroom: Full Bed

Guest Bedroom: 2 Twin-over-Twin Bunk Beds

Area Attractions:

Close by is Destin Commons, a beautifully landscaped, pedestrian-friendly area and a great family venue where children will love to play in the interactive water fountains. Destin Commons features over 75 shops and restaurants.

All the excitement of Destin is just minutes away: choice of water-sports, golf, amusement parks, and outlet shopping.  One glimpse of Destin beaches and you're hooked. It must be the wide, white beaches and the famous emerald waters. Not to mention the fabulous fishing, the world's most beautiful beaches, addictive seafood and the full array of activities for kids of all ages and more fun to be found in Destin.

If you are near Miramar Beach, the snorkelers in your group will love the new artificial reef called Dolphin Reef, deployed in 2017.  Located just 685 feet straight out from the Miramar Regional Public Beach access (by Pompano Joe's), it is becoming a haven for sea life. Each of the 4 snorkeling reefs comprises 40 acres of permitted sea bottom. The Dolphin Reef is at a depth of 12-20 feet. We strongly recommend that snorkelers use a kayak, paddleboard, or other flotation device when visiting the snorkel reefs. Sea conditions can and do change quickly and often. Enjoy!

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Bedding Bedding
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Bunk Room
Sleeps: 4
2 Twin Over Twin Bunk
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Guest Bedroom
Sleeps: 2
1 Queen
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Master Bedroom
Sleeps: 2
1 King

Attached Bathroom


Amenities 25 Amenities
Entertainment
  • Smart TV
  • Television
Featured Amenities
  • Snowbird Friendly
Inside Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bathroom Essentials
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Central Air Conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Free Wifi
  • Heating
  • Hot Water
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • Laptop Friendly Work Space
  • Linens Provided
  • Living Room
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Smoke Detector
  • Washer
Outside Amenities
  • Free Parking
  • Game Room
  • Golf Cart
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Patio/Deck
  • Private Entrance

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Reviews Rating 5 (18)
Rating 5
Todo impecable, un espacio perfecto para pasarla en familia, una casa hermosa y muy práctica.
- Posted: 4/14/2025
Fernando, gracias por tu reseña de 5 estrellas. Nos alegra saber que encontraste el espacio perfecto para disfrutar en familia y que la casa fue a tu gusto. Esperamos darte la bienvenida de nuevo pronto.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
We enjoyed our stay here— so spacious -
Perfect for our golden doodle - very clean- loved the garage with ping pong table for kids- and golf cart. Only thing we thought it was complete fenced in back yard but it wasn’t in the very back just the sides.
But very nice still. Easy golf cart and walk to beach — will be back for sure!!!!
- Posted: 3/28/2025
Pam, thank you for your wonderful 5-star review! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the spaciousness and cleanliness of our property, along with the garage ping pong table and golf cart. We appreciate your feedback regarding the yard and look forward to welcoming you and your golden doodle back for another great stay at RealJoy!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
We had a wonderful time! Thank you for such a great place.
- Posted: 3/20/2025
Lisha, thank you for your5-star review! We're pleased to hear you had a wonderful time and enjoyed your stay. We hope to welcome you back to RealJoy for another great experience!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Such an amazing home, very beautiful. I had an amazing stay here and I most definitely would recommend!
- Posted: 3/16/2025
Emmanuella, thank you for your5-star review! We're pleased to hear that you found the home beautiful and had an amazing stay. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to RealJoy soon!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
The place was very nice with lots of room.
- Posted: 11/12/2024
John, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're glad you enjoyed the spaciousness of this unit. We hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
My husband and I took our 2 dogs for a long weekend and it was perfect! We were a walkable distance to the beach and a few restaurants! A lot of places are dog friendly and that worked out perfect for us! We will be back!
- Posted: 10/14/2024
Hayley, Thank you for the 5-star review. We are thrilled to hear that you and your husband had a wonderful time. We are glad that the location was convenient and that the dog-friendly amenities were a great fit for your needs. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Perfect vacation home!
Our stay at this vacation home was nothing short of amazing! From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the beauty and cleanliness of the property. The home is exactly as described, if not better. Every room is spacious, well-decorated, and equipped with everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay. The location was ideal – close to the beach, yet tucked away in a peaceful neighborhood. Communication with the host was seamless, and they were incredibly responsive and helpful throughout our stay. I will defend stay here again!
- Posted: 8/8/2024
Victor, Thank you for the 5-star review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such an amazing stay and enjoyed the beauty and cleanliness of the home. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
RealJoy is a great Home for vacation and relaxation, felt right at home and had an amazing time!
- Posted: 7/11/2024
Hector, Thank you for the 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that you felt right at home and had an amazing time during your stay. We hope you'll join us again soon for more vacation and relaxation. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Beautiful home and neighborhood, 10 minute walk from the beach. Were there for 5 days and messaged host for various questions we had upon arrival. They usually answer within a few minutes. They were very helpful and friendly. Overall a very great house for all 7 of us plus our pup! We had a great time, definitely worth the money.
- Posted: 7/7/2024
Frida, Thank you for the 5-star review. We are so glad to hear that you and your family, including your pup, had a great time during your 5-day stay. We're pleased that the location and amenities met your needs, and that our host was responsive and helpful. We hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
The house is exactly as in the photos, close to the beach. It was wonderful to spend our days there.
- Posted: 6/16/2024
Agatha, Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your vacation. We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the house and its proximity to the beach! We hope you will join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Absolutely beautiful place.
- Posted: 6/13/2024
Josh, Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your vacation. We're glad you found the place absolutely beautiful and hope you will join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
The house is nice and updated. It was perfect for my family. We enjoyed our stay
- Posted: 6/8/2024
Diana, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're thrilled to hear that the house was perfect for your family and that you enjoyed your stay. We hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Great house, good experience.
- Posted: 5/27/2024
Javier, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're glad you had a good experience and hope you'll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Vacation
The house was beautiful and location was great. In a quiet neighborhood.
- Posted: 4/5/2024
Lindsey, Thank you for the 5-star review! We're glad you enjoyed the beautiful house and its great location. We hope you join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
This was the perfect place for our family. The home was spotless and had every item we could’ve needed. There were lots of beach toys, among with many other games to keep us entertained. It’s an easy walk to the beach, and a quick drive to grocery stores and restaurants. We’d happily rebook here and recommend to friends.
- Posted: 3/22/2024
Nicole, Thank you for taking the time to review your stay. It sounds like the home was a hit, providing everything your family needed for a fun and comfortable vacation, from beach toys to games and easy access to both the beach and local amenities. We're thrilled to hear you'd consider rebooking and recommending us to friends. We can't wait to welcome you back for another fantastic stay. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Very clean, loved getting to use the golf cart, great location
- Posted: 3/16/2024
Erin, Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your experience. We're thrilled you enjoyed the cleanliness, the golf cart, and the great location! We'd love for you to come back and stay with us again. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
House was nice and clean. Very responsive customer service from RealJoy when we had a request. Great stay overall!
- Posted: 2/29/2024
Nate, Thank you for taking the time to review your stay. We're thrilled to hear that you found the house nice and clean and appreciated our responsive customer service. We would love to welcome you back for another great stay. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
My family and I enjoyed our stay everything was perfect. Very clean and great location.
- Posted: 11/25/2023
Camille, We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your vacation. We’re glad everything was perfect and the location was great. We hope you’ll join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Real Joy staff
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