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Kathy Shampine
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Last Updated: 04/29/2025
Departure clean: $155
Damage Insurance: $49
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First payment of $300 is due at the time of reservation by credit card. The final payment is due 45 days before arrival by personal check. We have it set up this way to save our guest the cc processing fees! If the rental is less then 60 days to arrival, the entire amount will be due by credit card at the time of reservation.
Check-In Time: 4:00 PM
Check-Out Time: 10:00 AM
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Murry and Mavis
We have been fortunate to have spent time in this outstanding condo twice in the past couple of years. We found it very clean and comfortable with all the conveniences you would expect in a luxury home. The condo is large and you have a feeling of spaciousness because of all the windows. The beach is a short stroll over the bridge crossing the lake in the resort. There is a beach cart to take your supplies for the day or you can park in the lot close to the beach provided for resort guests and just walk across the street. There is so much to do in this area—plenty of restaurants right by the beach (Whales Tail, Surf Hut, Royal Palm Grille, Pompano Joes) and many more a short drive away, a convenient grocery store you can walk to, even the large outlet mall is within walking distance but you’ll need your car to carry home all those purchases. We enjoyed some day trips down 30A, spent time in the village at Baytowne Wharf, explored Destin Commons and Harborfront as well as golfing at some of the area courses. If ever you do spend time in this condo, the view is lovely from all the many windows and balconies. Sometimes we found ourselves having a quiet glass of wine at the end of day on the balcony in the back watching the golfers and enjoying the view of the bay in the distance. Other times, we preferred the sun in the front balcony and stayed until the glorious sunset. The manager, Kathy, was very responsive when we had any questions and she was pleasant in all our dealings. We would recommend this unit to our family and friends and definitely plan on returning to enjoy it again.
Thank you for taking the time to write this lovely review!
Staci
What a great place to stay! Seascape is a great resort tucked away from the main drag yet close enough to everything! Plenty of restaurants to choose from, several grocery stores nearby and the outlet mall is fantastic! The walk to the beach is very easy and short, and the beach is absolutely gorgeous! We even got to hitch a ride on the Seascape bus which takes you to and from the beach. The driver is a hoot! The condo was very nice with a great bunk room for the kiddos. The beds are so comfortable, and the decor is beautiful. Kathy is very attentive, always making sure everything was just right. She answered every email promptly and even called to make sure we arrived with no problems! Highly recommended, you will love your stay!!
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Anonymous
This was the perfect condo for our families. It was very clean, comfortable, and wow... the view was fantastic! Everything we needed was right there and the grocery store was only a few minutes away. Thank you again, Kathy and Mike. We will definitely be back!
Jeri
Beautiful condo, beautiful sunsets, beautiful morning walks, excellent restaurants, excellent location, helpful and kind managers, and the most generous, kind, loving owners in the universe. This vacation was so needed and appreciated. We loved everything about it and we love those special owners. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts
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Welcome to Sea's the Day! -unit 1302 Ariel Dunes II
Entertain special friends and family members in the sleekly appointed family room with a flat-screen LCD television . There is a comfortable pull-out sofa that offers additional sleeping accommodations. With a second sofa there is plenty of room to relax after a hard day of fun in the sun. Step through the glass doors onto the generous balcony and take in a seriously impressive view of the beaches of Destin and the grounds of Seascape. There is room to relax outside on the balcony and even an outdoor table and chairs for alfresco dining.
Our kitchen is complete with GE profile appliances: refrigerator with filtered water & automatic ice maker, dishwasher, self-cleaning oven/range and a built-in microwave. You will find that our kitchen is extremely well-equipped with all utensils, plates, cookware, coffee , blender, and toaster - everything you could possibility need! To round it all off, the granite countertops, tile backsplash, and the beautiful wood cabinetry all serve to enhance the rich elegance throughout our vacation home.
The master bedroom features a large eight foot sliding glass door which provides private access to the balcony offering a romantic view of the sunset or late night star gazing. This large bedroom has a relaxing king size bed . A 26" LCD Flat Screen TV sits atop the dresser along with a separate closet for hanging clothes. The master bath features a double vanity, garden tub and a separate shower.
The guest bedroom features a cozy queen size bed plus side tables and lamps. The room also includes a 26" LCD Flat Screen TV. The bedroom has a private access to the common bath as well as a separate closet. Our condo also features a bonus bunk room! This room has a set of bunk beds and a small dresser. We also have a flat screen tv in this room that plays dvd's only.
Other features are a separate laundry room with a full size washer and dryer. Free local phone and wireless internet access is also at your disposal. The lock on the front door has been upgraded to a key less, numeric key code lock to provide you and your family the convenience of not having to keep track of who has the keys. We will give you an access code that will be valid for the duration of your stay. When you arrive in Destin, there is no need to check in or pick up a key, simply go to the condo and start vacationing!
Situated in the Seascape Community, Ariel Dunes towers over the adjacent golf course and offers breath-taking views of the Gulf of Mexico as well as magnificent views across the golf course to the Choctawhatchee Bay.
When you enter off of Scenic Gulf Drive and proceed through the security gate, you will instantly know that you have chosen the perfect vacation destination! While pulling up in to the building's drive thru entry court and main floor lobby, you will immediately admire the expansive pools (some of the largest in Destin) which total in excess of 11,000 square feet which include several waterfalls, as well as the large adjacent deck areas and extensive landscaping. As an added benefit the enormous pools include a section that is heated as well as lots of lounge chairs.
The newly-opened Cabana Cafe, located pool-side on the ground level of Ariel Dunes, offers a full service bar and restaurant and even provides room service! So whether you're looking for a pool-side refreshment or snack, or want dinner delivered to you, the convenience of the Cabana Cafe cannot be matched!
You may enjoy catch and release fishing in the near by lakes. (eating of fish is not recommended.)
Shop at the Silver Sands Outlet Mall (largest designer outlet mall in the Southeast) about a two minute drive or go salt water fishing on charter boats available in nearby Destin. The Emerald Coast's finest restaurants and entertainment are within short drive at the delightful Baytowne Warf Village. With with glorious food and shopping, restaurants, plays, fireworks, regular live music live bands, civic events, candy shops, clothing, jewelry etc...
Twelve of the most challenging golf courses in Florida are within a twenty minute drive, including The Raven at Sandestin Resort, home of the Boeing PGA Championship Tour event. Other great courses include the Fred Couples' great championship course at Kelly Plantation, the Courses at Bluewater Bay, Fazio's Camp Creek and Greg Norman's Shark's Tooth Course
Bedding
1st Bedroom: King
2nd Bedroom: Queen
Bunk room w/ 2 bunks
Extra Bedding: Sleeper Sofa
Accommodates 8 guest
Amenities
1 Deck/Balcony
3 DVD Players
24 Stories
32 inch LR Flat Screen TV
3 Televisions
Community Pool w/3 pools
Condo
Elevator
Free Wireless Internet
Off Street Parking
Great property and great location
Gulf View
Miramar Beach Community
Washer/Dryer
Interior Unit Features:
• Private balconies
• 9 foot ceilings (approximate)
• Ceramic tile in entry foyer, hall, kitchen and baths
• Fully carpeted bedrooms and living areas
• 8 foot sliding glass doors to the south balcony
• Raised panel kitchen cabinetry
• Granite kitchen counter tops
• GE Profile TM or equivalent appliance package including: Refrigerator with ice maker, Self-cleaning oven/range, Dishwasher, Built-in microwave
Ariel Dunes Community Features:
• Breath taking views of the Gulf of Mexico
• Spectacular views of Choctawhatchee Bay
• Drive-through main entrance
• Expansive pools in excess of 11,000 square feet
• Convenient beach access
• Hot pool, fitness center, steam room & sauna
Now we’ve barely mentioned our beach! The Emerald Coast is on the western panhandle of Florida that has the famed “Sugar Beach,” so called because of the nearly pure white super fine silica sand which has the consistency of sugar. These super refined crumbs of the Appalachian Mountains that have been washed down from the mountains for thousands of years now cover the beaches of the Emerald Coast and are around 97% pure quartz. This sand is unique in that it is so soft that it will squeak under your feet. Little wonder that it is considered one of the finest beaches in the world! Western Florida boasts over 300 sunny days per year. Water temps are high 80's in the summer and low 70's to mid 60’s in winter.
What to do besides enjoy our wonderful beach...Should you wish to explore what the local area has to offer, you'll find an abundance of choices. Sidewalks line scenic 98 for walking, running or bike riding. We are a short drive to the Silver Sands mall to the West, or luxury shopping at Destin Commons to the East. Kenny D's, The Crab Trap, and Pompano Joe's are all within a short drive. We encourage you to leave menus of your favorite restaurants when you come.
For evening entertainment, Destin is known for some wonderfully upscale eateries, as well as your regular fare. Friendly night life and nearby state of the art movie theater.
The Silver Sands Outlet Mall is a vacation in it’s own right for shoppers you will have access to over 100 stores, including, Polo, Ralph Lauren, Banana Republic, Brooks Brothers, Eddie Bauer, Liz Claiborne, Tommy Hilfiger, Lenox, Nike and Reebok - just to name a few. When you need to pause for nourishment choose from Panera Bread, Cheeseburger in Paradise or Carrabba's Italian Grill.
More great shopping can be found at the Destin Commons outdoor mall. Enjoy such great stores as Abercrombie & Fitch, Ann Taylor Loft, Banana Republic, Belk, Books-A-Million & Maui Nix Surf Shop to rattle off a few. Stop for a bite to eat at the Hard Rock Café, Panera Bread, Tony’s Ristorante or Sushi Siam. More than just shopping the Destin Commons Center Plaza offers a soft-play kids playground and a 49-head pop fountain. Community activities and entertainment are held through the year at Destin Commons . Rave Motion Pictures is also housed at Destin Commons to catch the latest releases.
Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin Golf & Beach Resorts offers wonderful dining and specialty stores as well as great festivals & events that are held at the Market Shops Green or the Center Plaza within the Village.
Grande Boulevard offers stores such as Billabong, Brooks Brothers Country Club, Coldwater Creek, J. Crew-at-the-beach, Sunglass Hut, & Tommy Bahama's Emporium as well as great dining at Tommy Bahama’s , Fleming’s, Cantina Laredo (If you dine here sit outside to enjoy the fountain!) & Mitchell’s Fish Market.
The Track Amusement Center in Destin, Florida offers mini golf, Water Bumper Boats, go-carts & for those not faint of heart, Bungee Jumping.
Big Kahuna’s Water Park is a favorite for young & old a like. Take a break from the wonderful Destin, Florida beach & spend the day here.
Of course we can not forget to mention Golf!
Dont forget our wonderful Golf courses!
There are (10) Championship golf courses within a few miles of this location. Each offers its own character and challenges. All are public courses with full service facilities with a restaurant, practice range, rental clubs, professional lessons and pro shop stocked to meet your needs.
Destin, Florida is known as the ”World’s Luckiest Fishing Village,” & boasts of being home to the largest fishing vessel fleet in the state of Florida. Fish from the beach or boat. If you do not want to bring your boat, one of Destin’s many charter boats would love the opportunity to take you out for full or half day excursions. Water surrounds Destin with the intercoastal waterway to the north and Gulf on the south, creating an abundance of water sports available, including kayaking, wave running, parasailing, kite surfing, snorkeling and so much more!DESTIN AREA ACTIVITIES:
Click on these map links to see what there is to do in the Destin Florida area. These are all only a few minutes drive from our property. DESTIN RESTAURANTS , DESTIN GOLF , DESTIN FISHING , DESTIN NIGHT LIFE , DESTIN HEALTH CLUBS, DESTIN WATER SPORTS , DESTIN SHOPPING
There are water parks and gocarts for the kids, and fishing, boating, swimming, golfing, dinning, and shopping till you drop. Destin has it all.
Please call me, I would love to help you with your vacation plans!