Emerald Coast, St Martin Beachwalk Villas 232!
Guest rating: 4.8 / 5
Overview
St. Martin Beachwalk Villas #232 is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom vacation condo on the third floor of the St Martin Beachwalk community in Destin, Florida, managed by Shore Dreams vacation rentals. The unit combines a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, and a spacious balcony, making it well suited to extended families or small groups traveling together. Entry is via a combination lock rather than a physical key, a detail guests have noted as a convenient touch.
Rooms & Layout
The condo sleeps a family group across three separate bedrooms and two bathrooms, with guests reporting the beds as notably comfortable and the balcony as spacious. In-unit conveniences include air conditioning, heating, a washer, an ironing board, cable TV, and a smoke-free interior, giving it the feel of a full residential apartment rather than a standard hotel room.
Amenities & Recreation
Beyond the unit itself, the St Martin Beachwalk community offers a shared pool and a community grilling and picnic area, plus the property has its own outdoor grill for barbecuing. A free Seasonal Fun Pass is included from March through October, and the complex provides deeded beach access just a short walk away, leading to sugar-sand shoreline. Free Wi-Fi and free private parking are included throughout the stay.
Dining
While the condo's kitchen is fully equipped for home cooking, the surrounding area is dense with dining options within a couple of miles, including several seafood restaurants such as The Back Porch, AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar, and The Edge Seafood Restaurant & SkyBar, as well as The Gulf Club Restaurant and Sports Pub just 372 meters away and Louisiana Lagniappe about 1km out.
Location
The villa sits roughly a 2-minute walk from Big Kahuna's Water Park, about 2.6 miles from HarborWalk Village, and 10 miles from SunQuest Cruises. Destin Executive Airport is the closest airfield at 1.5km, with Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport about 12km away, and two bus stations (Pelican Beach Resort and 98 Palms Plaza) within easy walking or short driving distance.
Best for
This property is best suited to families and larger groups seeking a self-catered beach vacation, thanks to its three bedrooms, two bathrooms, full kitchen, washer, and proximity to Big Kahuna's Water Park. It also appeals to travelers who want walkable beach access combined with a quiet, secluded feel, since reviewers describe the location as central yet peaceful. The included Seasonal Fun Pass and community pool/grill area add extra value for vacationing families between March and October.
Travel tips
Book with the awareness that the unit is on the third floor and requires stair access, which some guests found tiring, so pack light or plan trips up accordingly. The complex uses a keyless combination entry lock instead of a physical key, so confirm the access code with the host, Shore Dreams, ahead of arrival. Destin Executive Airport is the nearest airfield at just over 1.5km away, and two bus stations are within a kilometer, making local transit and airport transfers straightforward; note the minimum booking age is 25.
What guests say
Guests consistently praise the condo's cleanliness, comfortable beds, spacious balcony, and well-stocked kitchen with cooking and beach equipment provided. Many highlight the convenient combination lock entry and the location as central to Destin attractions like Big Kahuna Water Park and Destin Harbor, while still feeling like a quiet, secluded retreat. The main recurring criticism is the stairs to reach the third-floor unit, which some found tiring, though otherwise reviewers describe the property as excellent for larger family groups.
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