House - Rating 5 (13 Reviews)

Sand Dollar Beach Cottage


Bedroom 4 bedrooms
Bathroom 3 full, 1 half
Guests 10 guests
Pets Not Allowed Pets Not Allowed
Flexible Dates Flexible

  • Address: 21 Ruth St
  • Location: Miramar Beach
  • Type: House
  • View: Villas of Frangista

Description Description
Top Reasons to Book this Gorgeous Home:

* Gorgeous open floor plan in Villas of Frangista!

* Screened Back Patio with Smart TV

* Free Seasonal Beach Service: 2 Chairs and Umbrella (Available March 1 - October 31st)

* Hollywood Beach Access

* Beautiful Community Pool

* Two Master Bedrooms

* 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 for rent to those under 25. No Exceptions.*

Welcome to Sand Dollar Beach Cottage, a stunning 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom coastal retreat in the highly desired Frangista Beach community, offering deeded beach access less than half a mile away. The charming cobblestone driveway, beautiful landscaping, and welcoming front porch give this home great curb appeal. Just off the kitchen is an open dining area with a built-in buffet and plenty of space to host family gatherings. The living area is bright with ample natural light and provides direct access to a fantastic screened-in back porch, perfect for outdoor dining and lounging while watching your favorite TV shows and sports games.

The spacious king-master bedroom is ideally located on the first floor, featuring an en suite bathroom with a double vanity, Quartz countertop, a beautiful walk-in tile shower, and a walk-in closet with built-ins. The laundry room and a convenient half bath are also on the first floor. Upstairs, a spacious bonus area serves as a great entertainment space but offers flexibility for other uses. Two guest bedrooms, one with a queen bed and one with twin over twin bunk beds, share a Jack and Jill bathroom with a shower/tub combo. Another queen master bedroom with a private en suite bathroom featuring a walk-in tile shower and a walk-in closet with built-ins completes the second floor.

The home is just a short stroll away from the community pool. Sand Dollar Beach Cottage comfortably sleeps up to 10, making it a wonderful place for a family vacation year after year!

The Villas of Frangista is a quiet, gated community with cobblestone streets, a community pool, and some small ponds for the kids to fish in. Located in the heart of Miramar Beach, this community is just minutes from the sugar white sands, close to favorite local restaurants, and nearby some of the best shopping in the area. This lovely neighborhood is practically next door to the Seascape Golf Resort, which offers tee times to members of the public and has superior tennis facilities. Wander down the beach to the Whale's Tail or Surf Hut for a bite, take a dip in the lovely community pool, or catch some rays on the sugar-white beaches.

*Max 2 vehicles allowed: 2 in the driveway, NO PARKING IN THE GARAGE! To maintain a beautiful neighborhood for all to enjoy, the HOA requires the following from all residents and renters: NO RVs, buses, trailers, jet skis, boats, motorcycles, scooters, all-terrain vehicles, or go-carts are permitted in this subdivision. Parking is permitted for passenger vehicles only, in the driveway. No parking allowed on the grass or yard. or in the garage. Parking on the street is not allowed whatsoever in this neighborhood, regardless of the time of day. No overflow parking is available in this neighborhood. Vehicle owners will be responsible for towing fees and HOA fines associated with exceeding the maximum number of vehicles allotted or defiance of policies.

The Bed Setup:

First Floor

Master Bedroom 1: King Bed

Second Floor

Master Bedroom 2: Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 1: Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 2: Twin Bunk Bed

Bonus Entertainment Space: Queen Sofa Sleeper

Area Attractions:

Azulao is located about 2 miles from the Silver Sands Outlet Centers and is convenient to both the action in Destin and Grand Boulevard Towne Center with incredible eateries, upscale shopping, and a park with pop-up fountains at its center.

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. For the younger guests, a nautically/pirate-themed outdoor playground features a 1,750 square foot soft play area with various creatures from the sea, slides, and a treasure chest!  Destin Commons also has a mini train for the kids. Destin Commons features over 75 shops and restaurants, including Godiva Chocolates, AMC Movie Theaters, and Bass Pro Shop.

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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Bonus Entertainment Space: Queen Sofa Sleeper
Sleeps: 2
1 Sleeper Sofa
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Master Bedroom-1st Floor
Sleeps: 2
1 King

Attached Bathroom

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Master Bedroom 2-2nd Floor
Sleeps: 2
1 Queen

Attached Bathroom

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Guest Bedroom 1-2nd Floor
Sleeps: 2
1 Queen

Attached Bathroom

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Guest Bedroom 2-2nd Floor
Sleeps: 2
1 Twin Over Twin Bunk

Amenities 27 Amenities
Entertainment
  • Television
Facility Amenites
  • Community Pool
Included Items and Services
  • Beach Chair Service
Inside Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bathroom Essentials
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • 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
Must Haves
  • Pool
Outside Amenities
  • Free Parking
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Patio/Deck
  • Private Entrance
Pool and Spa
  • Outdoor Pool
View and Location
  • Walk to Beach

Location Location

Reviews Rating 5 (13)
Rating 5
Great house & great location with easy access to the beach.
- Reviewed On: 10/20/2025
- Check Out On: 10/20/2025
Rick, thank you for the review! Glad you enjoyed the house and the convenient beach access. We’d love to host you again.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
muy bonito lugar preciosa casa me gusto mucho, mucho espacio es un lugar flexible cerca de la playa me gustaría volver a regresar
- Reviewed On: 9/8/2025
- Check Out On: 9/8/2025
Hi Franklin,
Thank you for your review. Glad you enjoyed the beautiful house, the ample space, and the convenient location near the beach. We’d love to welcome you back soon!
Best,
RealJoy Vacations
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
The baseboards were very dusty and dirty ! We are all cleaners and we notice right away!
- Reviewed On: 9/1/2025
- Check Out On: 9/1/2025
Rating 5
This house is beautiful, very comfortable, spacious, and very clean, with an excellent location, very close to the beach. I would definitely stay there again.
- Reviewed On: 8/11/2025
Thank you for your kind words, Angela! We're pleased you found the house comfortable, clean, and well-located. We look forward to welcoming you back again.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Will be back for sure
- Reviewed On: 7/22/2025
- Check Out On: 7/22/2025
Thank you for your review, Marcelo! We're glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
This place was definitely a hidden gem! It was located in walking distance from the beach, close to the grocery store, and lots of place to eat nearby. I will definitely book again.
- Reviewed On: 7/22/2025
- Check Out On: 7/20/2025
Sedrick, thank you for your 5-star review. We're happy to hear you enjoyed the convenient location near the beach, grocery store, and dining options. We look forward to hosting you again with RealJoy Vacations!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
The home is beautiful and decorated so well. It was very clean and location was very good to all amenities in the area. We loved the addition of the bikes as well as the beach chair and umbrella uses during our stay. The host was quick to communicate locate. We would love to return again next year!
- Reviewed On: 7/3/2025
- Check Out On: 7/3/2025
Thank you for your kind words, Rhonda! We're happy you enjoyed the beautiful decor, cleanliness, and convenient location. It's great to hear the bikes and beach gear added to your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back next year!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
House was just like it described very clean. Nice neighborhood. although it’s said four parking, it was only probably enough for accommodate two trucks for parking because the garage was not accessible. but thanks to the neighbors we was able to park over there on their property very nice neighbors , overall very great trip
- Reviewed On: 6/23/2025
- Check Out On: 6/23/2025
Thank you for your review, Benjamin! We're happy the house met your expectations and that you enjoyed the clean space and nice neighborhood. We appreciate the note about parking and are glad the neighbors were helpful. We hope to host you again for another great trip!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
It was really nice and clean. It wasn’t a lot of towels. But overall it was really nice!!
- Reviewed On: 6/16/2025
- Check Out On: 6/16/2025
Thank you for your review, Sonda! We're glad you found the space nice and clean. We appreciate your feedback about the towels and will keep it in mind. We hope to host you again soon!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
We loved our stay. The home was beautiful and just like the photos. The walk to the beach and restaurants was easy, only half a mile. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking to stay in the Destin area.
- Reviewed On: 6/12/2025
- Check Out On: 6/12/2025
Thank you for your wonderful review, Randolph! We're glad to hear that you found the home beautiful and just as depicted in the photos. It's great to know you enjoyed the easy walk to the beach and nearby restaurants. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another stay in Destin!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
Awesome experience would definitely rent from here again
- Reviewed On: 6/1/2025
- Check Out On: 6/1/2025
Hello LaShawn! Thank you for your feedback. We're glad to hear you had an awesome experience and would consider renting from us again. We look forward to your next visit!
Real Joy staff
Rating 5
We enjoyed our stay in the lovely home and especially was fond of the screened in sitting area out back. The bikes were fun and we did use them to go for ice cream and dinner one night. There was not a place to lock them up at the Hollywood Beach access point.
- Reviewed On: 5/17/2025
- Check Out On: 5/17/2025
Rating 5
Awesome stay, no issues with the property or the Real Joy team. Quick to respond to any questions.
- Reviewed On: 3/8/2025
- Check Out On: 3/8/2025
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