Serenity Shores

Description from the manager

Nestled in the heart of Crystal Beach on Scenic Highway 98, Serenity Shores is a splendid three-story Gulf-front home that is your front row ticket to the sights and sounds of the Emerald Coast. Off the back deck, you can listen to the waves crash on the sugary shores; catch a glimpse of the sun as it sets against a sky swirled with pinks, orange and yellows; feel the sand between your toes; and watch the dolphins play in the surf.

Serenity Shores boasts five professionally decorated bedrooms, each of which has its own bathroom and mounted plasma television. With 84 windows, the home offers unforgettable views of the Gulf from all three... floors. There is also a 349 square foot pool (completed in May 2011) with splash down fountains.

If you can bring yourself to leave the splendor of Serenity Shores, take a morning stroll to the Beachside Inn Cafe and enjoy breakfast al fresco. Or after taking in the sunset from your beachfront backyard, walk three houses down to 790 on the Gulf for dinner – the flavors of Louisiana cooking, Florida seafood and comfort foods await!

Serenity Shores comes with complimentary beach service (2 chairs & umbrella).

1st Floor:

As soon as you enter the home, you will be greeted by an open floor plan. The upgraded kitchen features an eat-up bar and separate island, while the dining area offers seating for six. The living area (with two queen sofa sleepers) is lined with windows and includes a mounted flatscreen television above the fireplace. There is also a queen bedroom that overlooks the pool, as well as a full bath.

2nd Floor:

The second floor master suite offers a king size bed that faces a beckoning private balcony with stunning Gulf views. The adjacent master bathroom includes a steam shower, Jacuzzi tub and his-and-her sinks. Also on the second floor are two bunk rooms, each with an ensuite bathroom … perfect for the kids! For those who need to do a little business in paradise, there is a Gulf-view computer desk on the second floor landing.

3rd Floor:

The third floor master suite features panoramic Gulf views from 12 windows on three sides of the room. French doors lead to a private balcony with one-of-a-kind views. There is also an ensuite bathroom with granite-countertops.

This unit comes with the Family Fun Package, your pass to discounts on the Emerald Coast:

• Free daily golf

• Free daily snorkeling trip

• Free daily fishing trip

• Buy one, get one free bowling

• Discounts at: Hertz Rent-A-Car, Emerald Bay Golf Club, AJ’s Sea Blaster, Dockside Water Sports, La Dolce Vita, Ken Rada Photography, Culinary Gallery, Banana Boat Ride, Big Kahuna’s Waterpark, Rick’s Crab Trap, Gold’s Gym, D’Luxe Limousines, Destin Shuttles, Angelfish Babysitting, Sunquest Cruise, Crush, Marina Café, Ecco Motors, and Acme Oyster HouseRead more

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What Past Guests Are Saying

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• SJones
  Vernon, AL

  Nice Wedding Home

  Left on 05/23/2013 for a stay in May 2013
  
  

  This is a beautiful house. This house is expensive but was worth the cost for my wedding. It was a great location for a wedding. Inside decor is very nice. We had our wedding ceremony on beach in front house and we had our reception in drive area of home (which was plenty of room for our 50 guests). We had some maintenance issues during our stay but they were taken care of promptly. Staff at Destin Getaways was very nice to work with.
  It seemed like nice amenities were available with house but we were unable to use due to chaos of wedding.
  

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• Saloni
  Suwanee, GA

  A perfect getaway!!

  Left on 10/07/2012 for a stay in September 2012
  
  

  It is a perfect place for a family or a group of friends. It's beautifully done up, very comfortable and spacious. The direct access to the beach was a big plus for us. We all had a wonderful time and we are so glad we picked this place.
  
  

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• King Fling
  Keller, Texas

  Family Gathering on the Beach

  Left on 08/30/2012 for a stay in August 2012
  
  

  Exceptional location, amenities, beach and beautiful home. Our family of 18 stayed in Serenity Shores and it was a great home selection. We couldn't have been more pleased. The rooms were spacious and clean, the house was set back in a private setting with our own access to the beach. We catered a few meals on the back patio and were able to dine as a group ocean side. Each day, beach chairs and umbrella were waiting for us on the beach.
  We will definitely be back!

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• Beach Bum
  Kennesaw, GA

  Not so relaxing!

  Left on 08/16/2012 for a stay in July 2012
  
  

  The house is beautiful and the location is perfect, right on the beach! Unfortunately, we had some unexpected guests... Rats! Management brought rat traps by (there was already one in laundry room so apparently this has been an ongoing problem). The rat I saw was eating away at our bread and ran behind the oven. We had to go buy plastic containers to hold our food. Then a bad rain storm came and water started coming out of the can lights in the master bedroom also small leak by the TV (there were stains on ceiling so probably not first time there had been a leak). Mgt came and brought dehumidifier and plastic to put on floors (this was Tues plastic was down thru Fri when I asked them to take up). Also there was a horrible odor in the room after the leak, not sure if was mold and mildew or what. Mgt was nice and apologized for everything but still did not make my nice, luxury vacation any better. I did not get what I paid for, does not matter the rate you pay (we got a discount b/c we booked at last minute, otherwise they would have gotten $0). Whatever rate I paid it was not what I paid for. Will not rent this house again!

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  Response from Destin Getaways - 08/21/2012

  

  Destin Getaways

  Manager

  Dear Guest,
  
  Thank you so much for leaving a review and I greatly apologize for the issues that you experienced while you were here. The rat issue has been taken care of and I am so sorry that you had to deal with that. Also, the leak has been repaired. It has been raining hard all week and we have not had a problem at all.
  
  Thank you,
  Management

• Joy
  Forney, Tx

  Serenity Shores is a Beautiful House!

  Left on 08/15/2012 for a stay in August 2012
  
  

  Our family of 13 truly enjoyed our weeks stay in Serenity Shores. It was wonderful to be able to just walk to the beach from the back door. The only fault I found was there was not enough seating to eat. There was room for only 9 to sit and eat. The house said it slept 18. We made do and would certainly return again.

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• Vicky Cole
  Greeneville, TN

  Our visit at Serenity Shores.

  Left on 08/10/2012 for a stay in July 2012
  
  

  Over the years, my husband and I have rented multiple homes for family vacations ( on East & Gulf coasts). I rented this home for a girl's trip plus six kids for a total of 10. The home was nicely laid out and offered easy access to the beach. It was furnished well and appropriate for children. The house was clean upon arrival. The washer and dryer were great. The pool was wonderful and it was nice to have adequate lounges and a table with an umbrella. Although a non-smoking home, there were multiple cigarette butts on the property - a definite turn-off for me. A couple of suggestions: more chairs for the kitchen table so we could eat together, better knives (we cook & eat in - the knives were awful), the oven did not work properly (cookies raw on top and burned on the bottom), more than a two slice toaster, linens did not fit the beds properly, not all beds were made; a few minor things for sure, but those little things add up! The biggie was the resident rat who lived somewhere behind the stove and ate our cupcakes and fruit. The rental company promptly responded to our call and provided glue boards (and replaced bulbs that were out, a toaster that did not work, but not one coffee maker as there were two). Sparing you the details, the creature won over the glue boards day after day. I wish there had been better follow-up on this issue. Our creature was quite bold and came out one night around 9:30 PM - we have pictures! Obviously, this issue was again reported when I checked out and informed the employee this needed to be addressed before the home could be rented again. A large trap was the answer - but certainly not something I wanted to face on vacation. The staff I spoke with before and during the stay were unfailingly polite and helpful.

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• BIG DADDY
  NEW ORLEANS

  Serenity now

  Left on 05/31/2012 for a stay in May 2012
  
  

  Very enjoyable week ,with a few bumps along the way.We have stayed in the home before as Casa fortune and love the upgraded kitchen and electronics. Perfect location !! Problems with hot water supply in downstairs shower and 2ND floor a/C went out . A/C was fixed the next day. Otherwise , beautiful accomodations and will seriously consider serenity shores for our 20TH annual Destin vacation next year.

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• Mike R.
  Roswell, GA

  Perfect!

  Left on 04/02/2012 for a stay in March 2012
  
  

  This house is perfect for the whole family! Lots of windows provide a panoramic view of the beach and ocean. A beautiful swimming pool with a large shallow area for small children is one of the many amenities this property has to offer. We will definitely return.

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• Texas Family
  Texas

  Great stay

  Left on 09/23/2011 for a stay in September 2011
  
  

  Stayed here with two young children and grandparents and had a wonderful time. The house is well appointed and the location is absolutely perfect. Would definitely stay here again.

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• Steve
  Northville, MI

  Serenity Shores review Barth

  Left on 09/14/2011 for a stay in September 2011
  
  

  We had a fantastic stay. Location is very convenient to stores and restuarants. Beach was great and clean. Response to a couple of very minor maintenance issues was very prompt. Would love to go back in the future with a number of couples and play some golf.

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