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Are you fortunate enough to purchase a magnificent beach vacation home in Destiny by the Sea, which generates a large amount of annual rental revenue? If so, take a look at 4789 Ocean Blvd, an amazing Mediterranean-styled villa that is steps away from a beautiful private beach. This opulent, lavishly furnished residence encompasses 4,273 square feet, stands three stories tall, includes seven bedrooms with seven full luxury baths and a half bath powder room. Staircases and a private elevator provide easy access to the upper levels.

This high-end home places owners and their lucky guests in the lap of luxury at Destiny by the Sea, one of Destin's most premier exclusively gated residential enclaves. This privileged world of its own sits nestled…

Opportunity knocks twice with this spectacular gulf-front home at 132 Sandprint Circle in dazzling Destin! Not only does it provide the perfect “Forever Home” for your entire family’s beach vacation it also doubles as an amazing rental investment property. This is no surprise since it has an outstanding location on the shimmering white beach, includes a gulf front swimming pool, and can sleep over a dozen fortunate guests.

132 Sandprint Circle

The exclusively gated Dunes of Destin neighborhood is a privileged residential community and a tropical paradise where this home is located. You are immediately swept away by this stunning setting upon arrival. It is adorned with lush landscaping and includes a large coastal lagoon with fountains and pedestrian walkways with…

Buying a Vacation Home in Destin

Buying a vacation home can be an exciting yet daunting decision. If you frequently vacation in Destin, but are growing tired of spending valuable cash and only renting, it's likely time to purchase your own vacation home. Factoring in the current real estate market and the following additional considerations may help you identify the signs that it's time to buy a vacation home in Destin.

 

1. You Did Your Research

Before purchasing a vacation property, it's important to do your research on which part of Destin is right for you. When doing this analysis, it's essential to consider a few key factors about the different areas, and any specific requirements you may have. Some of these factors include: the surrounding location, the market,…

If you are in the fortunate position to buy a dream home that comes with a deep water boat slip for your 70' yacht, then this penthouse at 662 Harbor Boulevard may be just what you need! Penthouse 1020 is located on the top two floors of the prestigious Grand Harbor luxury residential tower in the heart of Destin. This opulent residence includes three lavish bedroom suites with private luxury baths and encompasses 4,156 square feet. It comes complete with stylish contemporary furnishings and décor completed by Destin's renowned Susan Lovelace Interior Design Group. In addition, the entire two-level home has been extensively renovated from floor to ceiling with the very best materials, lighting fixtures, appliances, luxury baths, and elegant appointments.…

Ocean Reef Realty is pleased to announce this opportunity to purchase a Destin Harbor vacation residence at 195 Durango Road on Holiday Isle. This harbor front location offers homeowners a privileged place to berth their boat with a private dock and boat slips available.

Assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis, boat slips and can accommodate yachts up to 45 linear feet in length. Holiday Isle itself is Destin’s unique version of living in an island-like paradise surrounded by water. The harbor spans across its north side, East Pass extends out into open waters towards the west, and the glorious gulf is on its southern shore.

This two-bedroom residence encompasses 900 square feet with an open-concept design creating a spacious look. With…

Ocean Reef Real Estate is happy to announce this new condo listing at the highly sought-after Sun King Yacht Club, located at 195 Durango Road #3A on Holiday Isle. This waterfront location on Destin’s harbor is a boater’s paradise since it includes a private dock with boat slips available to owners. Holiday Isle itself is Destin’s privileged version of island living since it is almost completely surrounded by water. The wide expanse of Destin’s Harbor is on the north side, the East Pass out into open water is towards the west, and the gorgeous gulf is on its southern shore.



This water view residence encompasses 1,035 square feet with a Master Bedroom that includes an en-suite private bath as well as a Guest Bedroom that has access to a full hall bath.…

This unique style home graces almost an acre of lush tropically landscaped grounds at 114 Indian Bayou Drive in Destin. This masterpiece of modern design home, located in the prestigious country club community of Indian Bayou, encompasses a very spacious 6,120 square feet. With five bedrooms and five full luxury baths, four of which are ensuite. This place comes with a lot of “Wow” factors, including a rare deep water dock.

Although many people say that Destin is all about the beach, those who own boats will tell you it’s all about the water! Deepwater docks for big boats are hard to find, but this is one of them on a shore that spans 138 linear feet across.

The private dock has two boat lifts, and one of them can lift a 40,000-pound boat.…

Many people who visit Destin will tell you it’s all about the beach, but boat owners will let you know that it is really all about the water. After all, Destin resembles an offshore island almost completely surrounded by jewel-toned waters and is located three to five miles offshore of the mainland. If you have had the pleasure to be out on a vessel here, you would most assuredly agree with boat owners. The problem with owning a boat in Destin is the limited amount of docks available and the cost of mooring or storing one at a private marina.

These canal-front residential properties located in the prestigious and highly sought after world of Holiday Isle provide an uncommon opportunity. The deep canals in Destin were created by the Army Corps of…

Ocean Reef is proud to present this Emerald Dunes Condo For Sale at 2934 Scenic Highway 98 Unit 105 in Destin. 

The low density at this lovely beachfront condominium gives residents and their guests an exclusive privileged setting since this six-story building only has a total of 27 units. This property had quite a bit of owner usage, but gross annual rental income for 2019 came in at $61,000. Projections for 2021 are coming in over $70,000. Our Ocean Reef Resorts property management division would be happy to share complete annual gross income data with you upon request.

Besides the beautiful private beach, Emerald Dunes has a swimming pool and bubbling hot tub out front with an expansive sun patio bordered by a virtual sea of palm trees.

This contemporarily styled home at 4659 Destiny Way, is right on Four Prong Lake in Destiny, one of Destin’s most prestigious and beautiful residential enclaves.

It encompasses an amazing 7,041 total square feet with six beautifully appointed bedrooms in the main residence and an additional five bedrooms with full ensuite baths in a Guest House. It comes completely furnished and is ready for immediate use as soon as you close your contract. This fantastic, gracious place has also been on a very lucrative rental program. As it can accommodate up to thirty-four fortunate guests and has parking for twelve cars, reported gross annual rental income for next year is at $417,000.

This is no surprise considering the abundant amenities, and this…