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If you are searching for a powerhouse vacation rental investment property with a highly sought after locale in Destin, then you have just struck gold.  Destiny Beach Villa #1 has the most premier location in this part of the prestigious Destiny neighborhoods.

It is nestled in between the shimmering sugary shoreline and Four Prong Lake. This setting provides views of the glistening Gulf and the sparkling serenity of the coastal dune lake. The Destiny Beach Villas feature a large community pool. Within no time, you can go from taking a pool plunge to floating around in the glowing Gulf.  Guests love it since this property is on our Ocean Reef Resorts rental program and grossed an average of $50,215 over the last two years. So far this year it is…

Destin has received a number of superlatives over the years including high acclaim for our sugar white beautiful beaches, the glowing emerald toned gulf, and a coveted coastal lifestyle.

We just received one more claim to fame! A magnificent villa for sale at Destiny by the Sea has received the second largest numbers of interested viewers nationwide on the giant Realtor website. It is also the most expensive.

Realtor.com keeps track of the number of viewers using its website and determines which properties are receiving the most views. The list includes ten homes and an historic property in Philadelphia built in 1703 priced at $1,200,000 has had the most viewing activity. It is located on “Elfreth’s Ally,” which is purported to be the oldest…

This charming three bedroom beach bungalow is now available for new owners either as a wonderful family home, a lucrative vacation rental investment property or both! It is located at 4430 Clipper Cove in the highly sought after residential community of Crystal Beach Cottages of Destin. This prestigious enclave with its own beach access point features an Old Florida styled look complete with white picket fences, wraparound porches, and lovely tropical landscaping. The laid back atmosphere here is surprising since it is in the heart of everything Destin has to offer. The popular Destin Commons, Paradise Key Shopping Center and even the famous Silver Sands Premium Outlets in Miramar Beach are minutes away. Grocery stores, wine outlets, nationally known…

This luxurious lakefront home has a prominent location at 97 Vista Bluffs in Destiny West. The white stucco exteriors and thick concrete tile roofing give it a stately regal appearance. This exceedingly prestigious exclusively gated residential community straddles Scenic Highway 98 in Destin and features abundant amenities. This home is just two minutes away from the sugary shore. It encompasses 4,306 square feet and includes five bedrooms with full en suite baths and a half bath powder room. It is also currently on a lucrative vacation rental program (inquire for rental figures).

When you enter this home, you are immediately impressed by its size which is accentuated by soaring twelve-foot ceilings and open-concept living areas. A square columned open…

Ocean Reef Real Estate is pleased to announce a new listing for a stately spacious three bedroom vacation residence at Harbor Landing on coveted Holiday Isle in Destin.

This exclusively gated residential resort has a prominent privileged location at 725 Gulf Shore Drive nestled between Destin’s harbor and directly across from the bright white shimmering crystalline shoreline. The lushly landscaped gated entrance is lavishly embellished with towering palms, clusters of palmettos and native tropical plants. This residence comes completely furnished and is ready to move into right after closing or be placed on a rental program for lucrative investment income. It was professionally decorated in upscale fashion with elegant, comfortable furnishings…

Ocean Reef Resorts has had the privilege of providing fine distinctive privately owned vacation rentals in Destin since 1982. Generations of guests have happily stayed every year at one of our professionally managed properties along with kids and even grandkids. It has become a wonderful passed down family tradition. This is not a surprise since the shimmering white crystalline beaches and jeweled waters of the glowing gulf continually receive national accolades. Our guests have made this their BEACH “home away from home!”  

Who Visits Destin

They are in good company. The average income of visiting families is $178,600. It is a convenient “drive to” destination for many since 82% take a car down to see us and 72% bring their kids since this is a…

Prepare to be amazed! This classic Mediterranean style home enjoys a privileged quarter acre waterfront setting in the exclusive gated residential community of Emerald Lakes in Destin.

This large 3,663 square foot residence at 238 Wekiva Cove includes three bedrooms with en suite luxury baths. These are already impressive credentials, but the dazzling interiors will take your breath away. Over 30 slabs of precious marble and granite from quarries around the world were used to adorn this property.

The grand front entry includes prism beveled double glass doors beneath an arched palladium window that soars two stories above it. Mahogany Blue Eye Granite columns frame an open bridge staircase at one end while a triple set of suspended,…

This new magnificent Maison at 50 Land’s End Drive is located at the far western end of prestigious Holiday Isle in Destin and could easily serve as its crown jewel. The premier setting overlooks many acres of protected sugary dunes bordered by the jeweled gulf, East Pass and a precious coastal dune lake that supports abundant wildlife.

This coveted location in the exclusive gated residential community of Destin Pointe provides panoramic 180-degree views of sparkling vistas. Spectacular sunsets are experienced here year round over the gulf, dazzling dunes or Destin’s harbor. You may see boats cruise through the gulf pass daily and enjoy fabulous firework over the marina during the summer as well as special holidays.

This hospitable home…

“Marcia! Marcia! Marcia!” 

Yes, even Marcia would be surprised to learn the current value of her “childhood home” that she shared with other members of The Brady Bunch. According to the L.A. Times it is currently on the market for sale in California. The state leads the nation in out of sight real estate prices but this iconic 2,500 square foot home, which was used for the exterior of the home portrayed on the popular TV show, is listed at $1,850,000. This home is obviously a nostalgic dream for many who grew up watching this show from 1969 to 1974 since it steadily attracts 30 to 50 fan visitors almost every day. It even has its own Yelp Page. The listing agent expects a huge amount of buyer interest since besides its celebrity value the home…

Ocean Reef Real Estate is pleased to announce that the Timber Creek Lodge, which is the largest custom built log home east of the Mississippi and located nine miles northeast of Crestview, Florida (just 1-hour from the beach in Destin) has just been listed for sale.

This completely furnished magnificent lodge defines rustic elegance with comfortable accouterments, meticulous detailing, and unique outstanding craftsmanship. Besides the fantastic furnishings, the décor includes four original bronze Remington statues, oriental rugs and a wide array of animal trophies.

An esteemed Wisconsin architectural firm designed the lodge, which is highlighted by massive timber beams, imported Colorado Stone, walls of glass, $250,000 worth of vintage…