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This captivating masterpiece of design at 53 Siesta Bluff in the premier residential enclave of Destiny East in Destin features elegant Dutch Colonial-styled exteriors and modern state-of-the-art interiors. Encompassing 3,716 square feet, this regal five-bedroom vacation home includes comfortable coastal-styled furnishings and décor.

Destiny's Retreat

Destiny's Retreat is a spacious residence that provides a perfect vacation home while also serving as a lucrative short-term rental investment property. Currently, it is professionally managed by Ocean Reef Resorts, with a gross rental income of $140,000 per year. Ample accommodations are provided for 16 guests, where private and community amenities abound. This gracious home was distinctively designed for grand…

Ocean Reef Real Estate is pleased to present a value-priced new offering for a stately vacation home in the highly privileged and exclusively gated residential enclave of Destiny by the Sea at 4835 Ocean Blvd. This idyllic three-story residence features a bright regal presence, encompasses almost 3,500 square feet, and includes five spacious bedrooms. It may become your ideal forever vacation dream home and also serve as a lucrative rental investment property for added income.

4835 Ocean Blvd

Ideal Beach Destination is currently on a vacation rental program with our highly acclaimed Ocean Reef Resorts property management team and is extremely popular. Last year’s annual gross rental income came in at $163,000, and so far this year, it already has over $137,000 on…

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…

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…

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.

Destiny Beach Villas

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.

Most Viewed Home Realtor.com
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…

The most highly sought after properties in Destin are those that “have a view.” By “view” of course, we are talking about a waterfront property, but "waterfront" can be like comparing apples to oranges. What these properties do have in common is the fact that they are all on the water. However, they may be beside the beautiful beach, on the shores of the vast expanse of Choctawhatchee Bay, on a canal at Holiday Isle or on Destin’s harbor. Each type has its own special accouterments. So without further ado, let's take a look at the varietals of Destin Real Estate with a View!

Beachfront Destin Real Estate

Beachfront Destin Real Estate

MLS 805941:  2988 Scenic Hwy 98

Homes on the shimmering bright crystalline beach in Destin are premier, prestigious properties and…

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY!  If you are scrambling around trying to find a safe, lucrative investment for your big upcoming 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange requirement, an excellent opportunity has just become available in Destin. A profitable 4,020 square foot active Sherwin Williams store located at 3628 Emerald Coast Parkway has just been listed. It has a coveted location with a .45 acre corner lot on the south side of the highway that includes a signal light intersection for easy access. It is near the northern gate of the exclusive residential community of Destiny just east of Regatta Bay with a very high traffic count, which averages 40,000 vehicles per day. The massive store was constructed in 2014 by the reputable Lord and Sons contractor and been actively…

Destin is a resort destination in and of itself. How would you like to own a private home that showcases the resort lifestyle? A fortunate few may now own an opulent home that resembles a resort because, among other things, it comes with a spectacular resort style swimming pool.  The shimmering shoreline beside the jewel toned glittering gulf waters inspires an exclusively privileged lifestyle and these three luxurious homes have a prime location right off Scenic Highway 98 in Destin, so the beautiful beach is only a short distance away. However you don’t even have to go that far to take a refreshing dip because each one of these homes places you in the watery lap of luxury right in the backyard.

3461 Scenic Highway 98 Resort Pool

Located at 3461 Scenic Hwy 98, the first home…

Can you believe one of the questions we get asked most often?  “Is Destin a good place to live?” Well the answer is no - it’s a great place to live!

Is Destin a good place to live?

Destin comes complete with beautiful beaches, fabulous fishing, great golfing, outstanding shopping venues, world class dining and an abundance of water sports. Ocean Reef is proud to be situated in this perfect paradise providing real estate consultations and information to buyers who are seeking fine distinctive homes as well as luxurious condominiums. In recent years the rest of the nation have discovered these sugar white shores, and not just for vacations, but for year round living. The thriving fishing enterprises became a founding catalyst for this area of Northwest Florida back in the mid 1800s…