Things to do in Destin
There’s something for everyone in Destin. Come enjoy parasailing, fishing, bike riding, jet skiing, theater and the best dining and shopping opportunities anywhere in Florida’s Panhandle.
Florida · Panhandle
Destin
Destin
vacation rentals
Explore privately owned Destin vacation rentals, professionally managed with a destination specialist available to help you compare the options.
525 homes listed
242 beachfront
Up to 11 bedrooms
Sleeps up to 36
525Homes listed
242Beachfront
264Houses & villas
260Condos
About Destin vacation rentals
Choosing a vacation rental in Destin
Emerald Kite currently represents 525 professionally managed Destin vacation rentals. The collection includes houses, villas and condos, including layouts with up to 11 bedrooms, homes sleeping up to 36 guests and 242 beachfront options. Each property is privately owned and represented by an established property-management company responsible for guest support during the stay.
At Emerald Kite, we’re not just another online booking site — we’re your personal travel brokers for Desti vacation rentals. When you call our on-call accommodation specialists, you’ll get real, one-on-one service from experts who know the island inside and out.
Whether you are seeking large luxury pool homes or smaller on the beach condos your service will be five star all the way!
Beachfront
Villas & houses
Condos
Pet-friendly
525homes listed here
Your destination specialist
Speak to Aimee
Aimee looks after Destin for Emerald Kite. Lines are open 7 days a week, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. EST.
Find the right fit
Explore Destin vacation rentals by size & style
Start with the space your group needs, then use the available property and experience links to narrow the collection. Each direct link opens matching Destin vacation rentals, with the closest bedroom and guest-capacity matches shown first.
Destin rentals by bedroom count
Property types and featured collections
Handpicked in Destin
Search all 525 homes →
Featured Destin vacation rentals
Compare a rotating selection of professionally managed houses, villas and condos in Destin. Each card shows bedrooms, bathrooms, sleeping capacity and a starting rate where one has been supplied.
Around Destin
Ways to spend the week
Eating in Destin
Destin has an abundance of world class dining options ranging from cozy breakfast cafes to the most exclusive waterfront fine dining establishments.
Shopping in Destin
Destin’s shopping options are hard to match anywhere along the Emerald Coast.
Good to know
Planning your trip to Destin
Getting around Destin
The nearest major airport to Destin is the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS / KVPS). This airport is located only 15 miles from the center of Destin.
House or condo?
Of the homes represented here, 264 are houses and 260 are condos. A private house may offer more outdoor space and separation between generations; a condo may offer a convenient position or shared amenities.
Why book with us
Booking Destin with Emerald Kite
Every home on this page is privately owned and represented by an established property-management company, with a destination specialist available to help you compare the options.
- Privately owned homes, each represented by an established management company
- Vetted on location, quality, amenities and the manager’s responsiveness — and removed if that slips
- A destination specialist helps compare the homes that fit your trip
- Payment, cancellation and check-in terms supplied before you book
- Villa Specialists available by phone
- A complimentary concierge service for dining, activities and directions
Guest stories
What guests wrote after staying in Destin
Unedited notes sent to the Emerald Kite team after their stay.
“Hi Jacklyn, Hope you had a wonderful Christmas. We are here and the condo is wonderful. It is very accommodating, nicer than it looks online! You & the Property Management Company have made this a very nice experience. Sanibel is just beautiful~and the beach...”
DestinDecember 2017
“Hi Shelly, Thank you for all your patience with me and help with finding a house for our upcoming family vacation. Mike and I love Destin and can't wait to share the city with our children and grandchildren! I think the panhandle is a perfect place to...”
DestinOctober 2017
“Dear Marni, I can't tell you enough how much I appreciate everything you've done. We are trying to get stuff put together and was wondering how many beach chairs and umbrellas came with the condo? Also, we will have a three, 10 and 14 year old with us. If...”
DestinJune 2015
Good to know
Destin vacation rental FAQs
Answers to common questions about choosing and booking a professionally managed stay in Destin.
Are these Destin homes professionally managed?
Yes. Every home is privately owned but represented by an established property-management company responsible for cleaning, maintenance and guest support during your stay. Before a property joins the portfolio it is assessed on location, the quality of the accommodation, access to amenities and the reputation and responsiveness of the management company, and it is removed if it stops meeting that standard.
Can we bring a dog?
It varies by property rather than by destination. Ask your agent to identify homes that currently accept pets, then confirm the type, number and size limits before booking. Property rules, including smoking policies, are supplied for the individual home.
How is my payment protected?
Payment schedules, cancellation terms and any protections vary by property manager and destination. Your agent will identify the contracting property manager and provide the applicable rental agreement and payment terms for review before you book.
What do Platinum, Gold and Silver mean on a listing?
They are our own rankings and they describe the interior furnishings only - not the price, the view or the location. A Platinum or Gold home can cost less than a Silver one in a better position. Rankings move up when a home is upgraded and down when it has not been refreshed in a while.
How much does a rental cost, and when do we check in?
Where a manager has supplied a starting rate you will see it on the listing; where they have not, rates are quoted on request because they change with season and length of stay. Check-in and checkout times vary by property and manager, and your agent will confirm both for the home you choose.
Also worth a look
All Florida destinations →
Other destinations nearby
Need help choosing?
Tell us who is travelling and when, and a destination specialist will shortlist the homes that suit you.