This holiday home puts you in the heart of Destin, within steps of Destin Harbor and Choctawhatchee Bay. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features 6 bathrooms, a balcony and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .Enjoy the water park and Hot tub. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a games room and a garden. .Attractions within a short walk of this Holiday Isle holiday home include Destin Beaches and within a 30-minute walk you'll find Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park.
Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
HarborWalk Village - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 17 min walk
Circle K - 3 min drive
Donut Hole - 3 min drive
Margaritaville - 3 min drive
The Pancakery - 18 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Pool, Fire Pit, Free Boat Ride | Navigators Nest
Summary: Navigators Nest | 6 Boat Slips | Waterfront Pool | Views!! | Game Room | 3 Kitchens
Please SEE: Other Things to Note For Area Details, Please SEE: The Neighborhood & Getting Around *Pet Friendly, fee applies per pet. *Pool Heated by request, fee applies. *Golf Cart Rental Partner Discount! * FREE 1.5 hour sunset tiki cruise with a 4+ night stay!**
The Space: Navigators Nest, Home Features: • 9 Bedroom, 6 Bath - Available for up to 30 Guests! • Private Holiday Isle Beach Access (Gated Beach!) • Offers 3 Full Gourmet Chefs Kitchens! • Includes 6 Boat Slips (Min. of 2 Anytime) • Waterfront View Pool* & Tabletop Fire Pit Seating • Pool Table & Air Hockey Table • Free WiFi, Smart TVs Throughout
Book 4 or more nights and receive a FREE 1.5 hour sunset cruise with Tiki Cruise Destin**
*Winter "Snowbird" rates available. Message for priority pricing.
Welcome to Navigators Nest! This is a brand newly remodeled, redecorated, furnished waterfront home directly on the Destin Harbor with additional gulf views is the incredible family vacation home you've been searching for! It is absolutely fresh and stunning in the way it feels as a beach style vacation home. A truly custom designed estate with gorgeous features and superior amenities to anything you'll find in Destin. This home has one of the most unique features of any Holiday Isle home. From almost every interior room or porch of this home, our guests have seemingly endless water views of the Destin Harbor, or the emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico. When the weather doesn't hold up enjoy brand new 4k UHD Smart TV's in every room of the house and an amazing game room! The kids won't want to leave this custom build Pirates of the Caribbean themed bunk room!
This luxurious beach vacation home is rich with architecture in its exterior design and flow. The interior styling, design, and layout is very open and airy, and it makes visiting and entertaining with a large group incredibly easy and enjoyable with all of the open space and plentiful daylight streaming in. The majestic decks and patio setup directly on the Destin Harbor invite memories made and stories to tell your friends and family for generations to come! Experience a plethora of comfortable and luxury seating outside where you can relax while feeling the calming salt air of the gulf breezes that surround you at Navigators Nest.
This gracious home rests upon a private estate sized lot with beautiful resort-like landscaping. This includes lush and mature palm trees and other seasonal flowers. This well-appointed vacation home has a Beautiful Salt Water Pool with a large adjacent deck area, which gives our guests the option to recreate right here in relaxed luxury. Included are up to 6 boat slips (2 davits) that are reservable at no cost upon booking. You will have at minium 2 slips at anytime and up to 6 as availability permits. Leave the cars in the driveway because you can take the water taxi from your private dock across to the Harborwalk Village and enjoy the freshest seafood, fun local bars, gourmet style southern food trucks, rock climbing, zip lines, world famous AJ's Oyster House and endless entertainment for children and adults alike!
This homes is newly designed with 3 split level living options. That means 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms per section, privatized from the other areas (2 King Rooms and 1 Bunk room per section). 3 full gourmet chefs kitchens, 3 living rooms, 3 full sized laundry rooms and extra drink cooler and industrial ice machines are located throughout. Enjoy congregating together or having your own private space if you need it. Truly every option is available for your vacation experience here with nothing left out!
**Complimentary Tiki Cruises are weather-dependent and based on availability. While this bonus can’t be redeemed for cash, the value may be applied toward upgrading to a longer trip if you’d like more time on the water.
***We do have snowbird rates for the winter so please send a message for priority pricing***
Home Layout:
First Floor: King Suite with Bathroom King Suite with Bathroom Pirate Themed Bunk Room 4 Queen & 2 Twin Kitchen \ Living Room \ Dining Room Game Room with TV and seating Private Salt Water Pool and Deck Covered under-deck Gathering Area Boat Dock with up to 6 slips
Second Floor West: King Suite with Bathroom King Suite with Bathroom Bunk Bedroom 2 Queen & 1 Twin Kitchen \ Living Room \ Dining Room Large outdoor Waterfront Deck
Second Floor East: King Suite with Bathroom King Suite with Bathroom Bunk Bedroom 2 Queen & 1 Twin Kitchen \ Living Room \ Dining Room Large Outdoor Waterfront Deck
*Please note: Pool heat is seasonal and only available for request October - May. Nightly fee applies.
Guest Access: We offer convenient door codes for self-check-in. 850 Vacations by Portoro uses convenient keyless entry for self check-in, details provided 2 weeks (or less) prior to arrival by email and text message.
• Early check-ins or late check-outs: If the property happens to be ready earlier than the standard 4 pm check-in time on the day of your arrival, in most cases an early arrival option may be available when confirmed with the main office. Late check-outs must be confirmed with main office staff prior to the date of departure.
Holiday Isle Beach Access: The property is located on Holiday Isle and features private beach access to the community beach in Destin that lays between the Gulf of Mexico and the Destin harbor. Holiday Isle in Destin, Florida is known for its gated beachfront access with limited access to our Holiday Isle homeowners and guests. Miles of relaxing white-sand beaches to walk, some great shore fishing, deep-sea fishing right in the harbor, and some of the most authentic waterside experiences this little slice of Northwest Florida paradise has to offer. -- This gated beach is accessed by key cards, which are provided in the home.*
Golf Cart Rental Discount - Portoro has partnered with Destin Florida Golf Cart Rentals, LLC to offer our guests 15% Off their golf cart rental! Contact details and pricing for Destin Florida Golf Cart Rentals, LLC will be listed at the property and in your check-in details.
The Neighborhood: Known for its Gulf of Mexico beaches and many golf courses, as well as the Destin Harbor Boardwalk, Destin is located in northwest Florida, or the Panhandle. Destin is known as the "World's Luckiest Fishing Village." From fishing, beaches and water sports to golf, theme parks and aquariums. There's something for everyone to have an amazing vacation experience!
Things to See: • Local Experiences: Destin History & Fishing Museum, Gator Beach - The World's Greatest Alligator Park, IntraCoastal Experience, Mobile Sports Banana Boat Rides • Local Restaurants & Shopping - Restaurants: Boshamps Seafood and Oyster House, Boathouse Oyster Bar, The Harbor Tavern, The Back Porch, Bric à Brac - Shops: Destin Commons, Shoreline Village Mall, Shoppes at Paradise Isle, Crystal Beach Plaza & more!
Annual Festivals & Events: • Destin Fishing Rodeo • Destin Seafood Festival • Baytowne Beer Festival (Known as the "Best Beer Fest on the Emerald Coast") • Harbor Destin Boat Parade • 30A Songwriters Festival • Sandestin Gumbo Festival • Mardi Gras Dog Parade • Fat Tuesday Baytowne Bash Parade • Sandestin Triathlon • Baytowne Wharf Art Walk • Bloody Mary Festival at The Market Shops at Sandestin
We provide a full list of Things to Do & See and local Restaurants & Shops to experience for our guests including in a personalized Guest Manual in your check-in details provided prior to your stay!
Getting Around: You'll find that Downtown Destin is easily walkable with access to dining, shopping, and nightlife entertainment. Guests have access to 13 beaches in the region! Bikes/Cycling or taking public transportation are alternate options. While you may be traveling by your/rental vehicle, if you need additional transportation or nearest airport information, we have you covered!
Traveling to/around Destin, Florida: • Fort Walton Beach Greyhound Station (8 miles west of Destin) • Emerald Coast Rider (EC Rider) • Taxi Cabs [i.e., Destin Sunrise Taxi, City Cab Destin, 654Taxi] • Uber, Lyft • Bike/Cycling [Rentals: Coastal Cruisers, Fun Pug Bike Rentals, Rent Gear Here, Sweet Escape Rentals, Telluride Sports]
Airports: • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) [8 miles north-northwest of downtown Destin] • Pensacola International Airport (PNS) [60 miles west of Destin] • Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) [50 miles east of Destin]
Popular Landmarks: • Destin Harbor Boardwalk • Indian Temple Mound Museum • The Wesley House at Eden Gardens State Park • Civil War Exhibits
Interaction with Guests: Our goal is that your vacation exceed your expectations. 850 Vacations by Portoro communicates via email and phone. After a booking is confirmed, rental agreement will be emailed to the guest for e-signature. Check-in instructions are sent by email and text message 14 days (or less) prior to arrival date. We offer convenient keyless entry for self-check in. We do typically check in with guests by text 1-2 times during their stays to ensure a 5-star experience and remain available for any questions. We are available to guests 24/7 for any inquiries.
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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 6,051 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Rules
Please pay close attention to following the house rules. Non compliance could result in sizable fines.
- All guests staying at an 850 Vacation Rent...
Pets
Pets are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Note from host: Charge may apply
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
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Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Pool, Fire Pit, Free Boat Ride | Navigators Nest?
Yep, Pool, Fire Pit, Free Boat Ride | Navigators Nest is a short 5-minute walk from Destin Beaches.
Does Pool, Fire Pit, Free Boat Ride | Navigators Nest have a pool?
Pool, Fire Pit, Free Boat Ride | Navigators Nest has a pool and a communal pool.
Does Pool, Fire Pit, Free Boat Ride | Navigators Nest have a waterslide?
No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.
What makes Pool, Fire Pit, Free Boat Ride | Navigators Nest a romantic place to stay?
1 hot tub, private pools, and private balconies all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Pool, Fire Pit, Free Boat Ride | Navigators Nest.
Is Pool, Fire Pit, Free Boat Ride | Navigators Nest family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and a water park, as well as children's dinnerware and travel cots, it's no surprise that Pool, Fire Pit, Free Boat Ride | Navigators Nest is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a private hot tub at Pool, Fire Pit, Free Boat Ride | Navigators Nest?
Yep, there is a hot tub.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pool, Fire Pit, Free Boat Ride | Navigators Nest?
No, Pool, Fire Pit, Free Boat Ride | Navigators Nest does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Pool, Fire Pit, Free Boat Ride | Navigators Nest?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.