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Gorgeous Beachfront Mansion with Private Pool, Ocean Views, Movie Theatre!

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Terrace/patio
On the beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
A heated pool
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

12 bedrooms14 bathroomsSleeps 251236 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gorgeous Beachfront Mansion with Private Pool, Ocean Views, Movie Theatre!

Palazzo del Mar - Beachfront Vacation Rental House with Private Pool in Crystal Beach
Currently Being Renovated! New Floors and New Kitchen!

Favorite Features
- Beachfront Estate with Amazing Beach Views
- Private Pool with Swim Up Bar
- Movie Theater in Home
- Billiards Table and Poker Room
- Whole House Air Purification
- Private Beach Access
- In-Home Elevator and Dumbwaiter
- Complimentary Beach Chairs (In-Season)
- 4 Included Bikes

More About Palazzo del Mar
The magnificent Palazzo del Mar is a gulf-front, gated estate situated within the Emerald Coast's most exclusive address of “The Shores of Crystal Beach.” This mansion was designed for entertaining. This beachfront estate boasts 12 bedrooms and 11 full and three half baths, four-story home has 13,342 interior square feet and four floors of travertine stone terraces to enjoy expansive views of the Gulf. Quality craftsmanship throughout the home featuring hard wood floors, marble countertops, custom stone and marble fireplaces, 12” crown molding, and lighted tray ceilings. Guardian whole-house air purification systems located in both the main house and guest house provide ionization to sanitize the air. This rental is ideal for large groups, family vacations, retreats, and other occasions, featuring endless amenities and entertainment options like a sports bar, poker room, billiards table, private elevator, and movie theater.

Experience panoramic views of the Gulf sunrises and sunsets from any of its four terraces covered in 3,500 square feet of Brazilian travertine stone. Swim in the in-ground, outdoor pool with swim-up bar overlooking the gulf, wind down in the heavily jetted in-ground jacuzzi or relax on your own white sand deeded beach with private access. The property has a separate, 3-bedroom guest cottage with majestic gulf views, bamboo floors, granite countertops and a full kitchen complete with Viking and Subzero appliances above the heated and cooled garage.

Palazzo Del Mar has been regarded as one of Destin's premier luxury beachfront properties for nearly 2 decades. The size of this property is astonishing, but its comfortable furnishings, practical design, and a family-friendly atmosphere are what ultimately sets it apart and ensures memories that last a lifetime.

Palazzo Del Mar is managed by Five Star Properties and is serviced by a dedicated beach attendant from March through October who will set up and take down your beach chairs each day and remain on the beach in front of Palazzo throughout the day to ensure you receive the location and space you desire.

*There is a $2,000 credit card hold for reserving this property.
**Fireplaces are a seasonal feature that can only be utilized from October through April. Fireplaces will not be in working order from May to September.

Property manager

Five Star Properties and Bliss Beach Rentals

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 12 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 14 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 13,300 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Luxurious Gulf front Mansion w/ Amazing Pool Movie Theatre!
Gorgeous Gulf front Mansion w/ Luxurious Pool Movie Theatre!
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Stunning Gulf front Mansion w/ Luxurious Pool Movie Theatre!
Spectacular Beachfront Mansion w/ Luxurious Pool Movie Theatre!

About the neighborhood

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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Miramar Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Henderson Beach State Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Destin Commons - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • James Lee Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Emerald Coast Centre - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪LongHorn Steakhouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪World of Beer - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous Beachfront Mansion with Private Pool, Ocean Views, Movie Theatre! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Beachfront Mansion with Private Pool, Ocean Views, Movie Theatre!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Beachfront Mansion with Private Pool, Ocean Views, Movie Theatre!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous Beachfront Mansion with Private Pool, Ocean Views, Movie Theatre! located?

Located in Crystal Beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Miramar Beach, Henderson Beach State Park, and Destin Commons. Destin Beaches is 2.6 mi (4.3 km) away.

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Gorgeous Beachfront Mansion with Private Pool, Ocean Views, Movie Theatre! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William B., Ada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place
Great Host communication. Ideal location. We hope to return. Amenities were over the top.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding of our Dreams
Beautiful property. Very well run. Nearly perfect from Start to finish.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maria B.

Amazing
The house was absolutely breathtaking!! We had so much fun this week!! We will definitely be back!! Thank you!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

MELANIE F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning Home
Perfect home for our family vacation! The house was absolutely amazing and the property management team went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed! The location couldn't have been better. Just disappointed it's already booked for next year. Definitely would love to come back here again! You couldn't ask for better amenities! We totally enjoyed our family time together here!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

chris n.

Palazzo Del Mar review
The house is beautiful. Excellent for large families. We had 4 couples and 7 children and had plenty of room. Fanatastic views. A few minor maintanence issues, as to be expected with a house of this size. Overall, wonderful stay. One important note. There are cameras all over the inside and outside of the house. We have stayed at many large estates. Of course, they all have camera systems but without exception we have been informed they were off or not being monitored. You never truly know but at the Palazzo the manager made it clear that it was monitored by himself and the home owners. Had we known this we may not have stayed there. Just wanted to advise future renters. Celebrities may choose elsewhere or at least discuss prior to reserving. Other than that, stay was fantastic. House is very nice and very convenient. Nice features. Pool on the smallish side but nice for small children. Excellent amenties.

10/10 Excellent

Latise B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great location
Palazzo Del Mar is a property that we discussed revisiting again. The gorgeous views and various sitting areas on each floor were a plus along with the main eating area made it a good and memorable fit for our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Experience Ever!
The house is phenomenal and was so beautiful, comfortable, and yet upscale. The management team and on-site support was incredible. They were super responsive and so knowledgeable about all of the "bells and whistles" in the house. Our family and friends had an amazing time and the views from the house of the beach were breath-taking. We would recommend it to anyone and definitely give it 10+++ on a scale from 1 to 10. It's worth every dollar!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded Expectations!
This was my first time using Vrbo, and I booked it for a corporate retreat. It was perfect!!! The house is amazing, everything is so nice and clean. Everything was so convenient within a short distance, and the beach had the whitest sand and the water was so turquoise and clear. There's so much to do in the house that really there's no need to leave. It's very comfortable and I would highly recommend this house to anyone looking for a luxurious getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and Amazing
The house is stunning, it was a perfect fit for our Executive team. Great combination of work with the board room and office and fun with the game room and movie theater. The recommended chef was amazing. The PM company was always available and very responsive. The beach was beautiful and the sunsets breathtaking.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Great house, but safety/privacy concerns
First let me say, the house is magnificent and huge! It’s exactly as pictured and it is beautiful! The service was TOP NOTCH! The property manager took care of a couple issues we had right away! With that said, I have mixed feelings on this house. There’s no question, it is huge and has lots of bedrooms! However the decor is a bit odd for a beach house. It kinda felt like stepping into another decade. The heavy cloth drapes on the windows blocked out a lot of the sunlight, which is really what you wanna see everyday while on the beach. The dark wood paneling everywhere made the house feel dark and drab. It’s beautifully done, it just felt nothing like a beach house. But the big negative to this house is it’s located right next to a PUBLIC BEACH ACCESS which made our area sooooo crazy crowded. Most days there were 4-5 rows deep of people lined up behind us. We had people walk right in between our circle of chairs to get to the beach. We had people try to set up chairs and umbrellas directly in front of our setup. It was a struggle everyday, there were people everywhere. With the public access gate being right there, tons of people walk in and plop down right there (which is in front of the house). All the traffic there just brought lots of problems. We had to shoo people off several times because they would walk up to the house since the exit is directly next to it. One evening a guy was there showering at the top of our stairs because he thought it was part of public access area, which was just steps away from where we had our kids swimming in the pool. One of our teens was sitting on our patio ledge and got slapped in the back by someone leaving the beach. (The beach access walkway runs along the side of the house.) We had to chase off 2 teens who were trying to jump our fence. We had several people stop us coming out of the house asking if they could come inside and see the house, they’d wanna know what the name of it was, how much it was etc. which is super annoying when you’re just trying to relax on vacation. With the mass amounts of people there, it was impossible to escape the crowds. It’s also next to a huge condominium bldg which just adds to the congestion. There was also 4 weddings while we were there and the wedding setup is DIRECTLY in front of the house, which brought even more people traffic. We’ve been coming to Destin for 10 years and have never had an experience like this.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

craig g., The Woodlands, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Perfection.
Sorry this took so long to go submit. This property perfectly accommodated our small family ceremony. Not sure there could have been a better result. The people the facility the entire experience was amazing and anyone looking to have this type of event on the beach would not be disappointed in any way whatsoever!! A 10+
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This massive beachfront home has it all! Of course, the beach is beautiful.
I would highly recommend this vacation and home and would do it again!

10/10 Excellent

Wesley A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay at a beautiful house
This place is as advertised. It is such an amazing property right on the beach. There is plenty of space to spread out to not feel on top of one another if you have a large group. The movie theater was a hit with everyone of all ages and the adults enjoyed the poker table and billiards table by the bar. The beach service was awesome as well. JR, the concierge/house and beach manager, went above and beyond with everything to make sure we were good. He always made sure our chairs and umbrellas were setup and ready to go. He also set us up with a paddle board and kayak when we asked. JR was also very responsive on any question or issue that we had for the house. All in all it was an amazing trip and we would highly recommend this property to anyone with a large group.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Palazzo Del Mar
We had an awesome time. Comfortable beds, couches, chairs. Beautiful beaches. Fully stocked kitchen. Loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

Amazing
Awesome spot. Has everything you need. Great management company. Only wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary H., Charlotte, North Carolina

Perfect family vacation
The house was perfect! More room than we even needed and we had a fabulous time! Plan to come back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jenee W.

Outstanding House and Service!
From the moment we walked in the front door, we were amazed by this home! Or should I say mansion!? WOW! There was room for everyone in our party plus some! There is plenty of seating and activities throughout the house and believe me when I say we took advantage of every single one! We love Destin, but we hardly wanted to leave the house. The pool with the gulf view was breathtaking and each balcony had a telescope so that we could see dolphins in the distance. The updates recently added to the home were beautiful and the service from Five Star was even better! We love this company and we LOVE THIS HOUSE!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John T.

GREAT place. New patio is off the charts.
This house is awesome. It’s huge, yet very comfortable and thoughtfully laid out. We had 24 people from seven different families throughout the stay and the home worked perfectly for the group. The best part about the house is the new patio on the first floor. It is so new that they hadn’t published pictures of it prior to our arrival so it was a very nice surprise upon our arrival. The floor is travertine (very clean and elegant looking). A brand new outdoor kitchen with granite countertops, sink, fridge and a big gas grill saw a lot of action as did the large hot tub and pool. The hot tub cascades into the pool which has underwater barstools along a swim up bar top that overlooks the gulf. There are also multiple fire features which created a great place to hang out at night. This is the nicest place I have ever stayed and one of the best vacations our family has ever had.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tim P., Lakeville, MN

Stunning! Best property in Destin by far.
This property is nothing short of spectacular. It is better in person than it is in the pictures. Upon arrival, we were greeted by a recently hired house manager who gave us a short tour of the home and demonstrated how to use the primary features of the home (A/C, Elevator, T. V’s, music, theater, etc.). I had read a prior review where a guest had a few issues with these things so I paid close attention during the short demonstration and everything worked just fine throughout the week. The house manager was not only very knowledgeable about the home but he was available upon request throughout the week for any questions we had. I have stayed in a lot of beach homes in Destin and none of them come even close to this home. Everything in this home is meticulously cared for and there is a luxurious, yet very comfortable and family-friendly feel to this home. The home is perfect for multiple families as it has multiple community gathering areas (like the 2nd floor sports bar and theater area), but also has plenty of space to get away from one another as needed. I will definitely vacation here again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Robert L.

Beauitful Beach House
The house and furnishing were great---a real luxury mansion. We had our family reunion here and had a great time. However, there were some unpleasant experiences. The lady who met us on arrival was not very familiar with the house, e.g., she did not know how the entry gate worked or when garbage was picked up. The air conditioning system was very confusing to use. We could not get the system to maintain the selected temperature. No matter what temperature was selected most of the units ran all the time. There were no controls on the third floor. We were told by the maintenance people that the only control available was in a locked closet that only the owner could open. Maintenance personnel tried to help us but nothing seemed to work. We had two babies on the third floor and the temperature in their room in the morning was 68 degrees. Air conditioning technicians were supposed to work on the third floor unit on Wednesday but they did not show up. All the TVs in the house are controlled with Ipads. There were no instructions so we had to experiment to learn how to use the Ipads to find the desired channel. Some of the Ipads were connected through WiFi and the hard wired Ipad was on the first floor. A person using this Ipad could change the channels on all the TVs and this happened a lot until we learned how to use the system. My TV on the 4th floor was connected through the WiFi. One night when I was ready for bed the Ipad lost WiFi connection. The only way I could turn off the TV was to go down to the first floor Ipad. Isn't technology wonderful. What happened to the old fashioned remote controllers. Most rentals we have used had a guest book with instructions on how every thing worked. This house does not have one and it definitely needs one. The beach was wonderful and we enjoyed our stay but for the price we paid we expected things like the air conditioners and the TVs to work better. I will not be back.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Best Beach House Ever!
This beautiful home has every luxury provided for you - from heated swimming pool to poker and pool tables to a kitchen made for cooking for large crowds. It is located in the beautiful Crystal Shores neighborhood of Destin - away from the chaos of the high rise hotels and tourist traps. The Destin beach and water is among the most beautiful in the world! We cannot say enough about this great property. Celebrated my husband's 40th birthday party with seven couples and the house accommodated everyone with lots of space and luxury! Superb vacation!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sheri J., Hideaway

Luxurious property we plan on staying in again
This home was by far the most exquisite property we have ever stayed in!! We have rented homes multiple times a year for over 20 years. Everything you could possibly imagine was in this home. All the furnishings and decor are high-end. We slept so well in the master bed that we are buying the exact same bed for our own home. Lastly, having three dishwashers was a treasure for our Chef and it helped with keeping the kitchen clean at all times. We look forward to coming back again next year!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ian F.

Absolutely amazing!!!
Truly amazing home, beautifully furnished. Great outdoor seating areas on all the patios and balconies. We had 17 adults and 6 children and never felt the least bit crowded. The photos do not do it justice. Have already booked for next year.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Palazzo del Mar: A Palace by the Sea!
This 11 bedroom, 14 bathroom mansion is magnificent! Large sleeping quarters, enough in-door entertainment space, and endless views from the porches and decks make this the perfect rental property for large groups. This home is ON THE GULF and provides private access to the pristine beaches of Destin. The carriage house is also spacious and can provide sleeping arrangements for an entire family! This home hosted a friends getaway for three families and we could not have been more delighted and comfortable. The private pool that overlooks the beach and the Gulf provided our kids with hours of fun. The listing description was accurate and no picture could do this masterpiece justice. Everything in the home was working flawlessly and the cleanliness was second-to-none. Five Star was great in helping us pick a property to accommodate our large group. We highly recommend Five Star and Palazzo del Mar.