Nestled scenically between the Gulf of Mexico and Choctawhatchee Bay, Destin is among the best Floridian towns to enjoy tropical goodness. While the town started out as a fishing village, which still grabs the maximum spotlight around here is the month-long Annual Fishing Rodeo festival, held in October which attracts quite a bit of footfall. This aside though, Destin’s many fantastic beaches, water sports opportunities, and a brilliant seafood scene have broadened the scope of entertainment for those of you looking for more. So, get your planning in order right away, and no need to leave behind your pet buddies too! For accommodation that won’t only be comfortable for you, but even your little buddies, continue reading about some of the best pet-friendly vacation rentals in Destin, Florida.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and pet-friendly rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.
1. Comfortable Vrbo house with a private pool (from USD 700)
This pet-friendly beachfront rental in Destin, Florida, is located in the gated community of the Dunes of Destin. The three-storey house spans 4,500 sq ft (418.06 sq m) of floor area. Guests can enjoy spectacular views of the Gulf of Mexico from the balcony while sipping coffee. A private beach can also be accessed, which is a few yards away from the house.
The spacious bedrooms come complete with comfy beds that ensure a good night’s rest. A fully equipped kitchen lies at your disposal should you want to prepare meals for the family.
Guests can also enjoy a refreshing dip in the private pool or relax with a soak in the hot tub. Pets are welcome here and you can bring up to two of your dogs weighing less than 50 pounds (22.68 kilograms) with prior authorisation from the host. There is a fee of 300 USD per pet.
Top guest reviews
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only thing we would have liked to see would be to have the pool heatedthe house was great and had plenty of room and everything about it made our drive worth itCleanliness:
the house was clean and spaciousthe property was perfectly cleanalso- the house was very cleanHost:
the owner was very responsivemost pet friendly houses that we have previously rented are not as cleanRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close to everythinggreat property in a great locationvery nicely appointed and the location can’t be beatlocation and walk to the beach was goodit was a great location on the beach and nice walking area
2. Captains Quarters (from USD 880)
This pet-friendly Vrbo in Destin is nestled beside the beach and is a perfect choice for the ones who love the sand, sun, and sea. The rental is tastefully decorated with furnishings and decor that beautifully blend in with its beachy surroundings. Modern amenities include air conditioning and an internet connection.
The house offers plenty of fun things to do during the hours when you stay in as well. You can watch movies on the TV that comes equipped with a DVD player or hang out in the games room and play video games, ping-pong, or billiards. Guests visiting with their fur babies will be able to bring them along to this rental for a fee of 150 USD.
A private pool on the property offers much-needed relaxation with an energising swim. Guests can also lounge with a drink on the sunbed by the poolside and soak up the sun.
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close to beach private heated pool & amazing game roomCleanliness:
the house was clean and in good repair with plenty of towels and a well-stocked kitchenRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic property in a great locationideal location; beach close to restaurants and shops easy to get tootherwise location and layout were good and worked for our familywe loved our stay we had plenty of room the location was great we would most definitely stay again
3. Picket Palms
Ideally located just a few minutes from the beach, this beautiful vacation home offers cozy accommodation for families and friends. Inside this house is an open-plan space with a living room, dining, and kitchen. Have fun making meals in the fully equipped kitchen then enjoy your food in the dining indoors or take them out to the backyard and dine al fresco.
In addition, the property includes outdoor space with a pool and a barbecue area. Plus, your furry pals are welcome here, so they won’t miss out on the fun.
4. Ocean Sorbet
This luxurious home is ideal for large parties of guests looking for a place to stay by the beach. Featuring a hot tub, this stunning house allows you to relax and unwind during your holiday. The vacation rental also has a private pool, so you can still enjoy swimming or sunbathing if the weather is too rough to go to the beach.
By the pool, there are umbrellas to keep you in the shade, as well as loungers if you want to get a tan. Traveling with pets? Don’t worry because your furry pals are also welcome on the property.
5. Reel 'em in
This amazing vacation home offers large space to accommodate big families and groups of friends on a getaway in Florida. Because of its great location along the Emerald Coast, guests here enjoy access to beautiful white sand beaches. Plus, the property has a private pool where you can enjoy swimming and a hot tub, so you can soak in and relax during your stay.
Pets are also welcome here and you will be glad to know that the house has a backyard where your furry pals can safely play and run around.
6. Beach-view home for eight (from USD 89)
A stone’s throw away from the beach, this two-bedroom beach house is an ideal accommodation for upto eight occupants. While the house is utterly comfortable and spacious for all occupants to enjoy a great time indoors, the private balcony, a shared swimming pool, and on-site tennis courts, amp up the fun factor while you’re checked in. While this rental is pet-friendly, do remember that cats are not allowed. Aside from guaranteeing that your pet will not damage anything on-site, you must also ensure that your pet does not create a nuisance for the neighbors. Do get in touch with the host(s) if you want further information, they’ll be happy to oblige.
Top guest reviews
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this place has three pools and our grandchildren loved itwe had a group of 4 girls go and we had the perfect amount of roomas for the condo the beds were very comfortablethe space is very comfortable for 8 gueststhe pools and bathrooms outside was very nice and cleanCleanliness:
a very clean and tastefully decorated condoit was very clean and smelled wonderfulplenty of towels and clean unitvery clean home with nice touches everywhereplace was really really clean inside apartmentHost:
instructions were very helpfulowners are easy to contact if you have any questionsgladys and jeff were great hostsbeds are comfy and the hosts are fantasticjeff and gladys were great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the condo location is greatsuper close to everything reallywas a great location for destin activitiesgreat location close to henderson beach plenty of stores around the area as wellit has a great location with the beach shopping malls and restaurants very close by
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7. Studio apartment with several on-site facilities (from USD 96)
Housed within Sand Piper Cove Resort, this studio apartment for four is well-appointed. The Airbnb vacation rental with a pool also enjoys access to a private beach and provides tons of shared facilities (beach bar, barbecue, hot tub, swimming pool, tennis courts, etc.) for you to use. While here, not just you, but even your furry baby can enjoy a thoroughly enjoyable time – there’s lots of open space for them to bop around. Although, do remember that you’ll need to submit valid proofs of your pet’s rabies vaccination at the front counter upon arrival and a fee of 10 USD (preferably in cash) shall be charged.
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the condominium was super cozy and niceCleanliness:
super clean and cutevery safe place and cleanthe condo is clean nicely decorated and feels like homegreat place and very clean perfect for a mother daughter tripthe condo was very clean very cozy would definitely recommendHost:
david was a great hostdavid was an awesome hostdavid is very responsive and willing to offer advice anytimehost very willing to help with any questionsdavis was a fantastic host he always responded quickly with whatever questions i hadRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was great just a short walk to the beachfor our family the location was superbgreat location and very nice spacegreat value and great locationalso close to fun activities for the family
8. Home with private beach access (from USD 149)
This gorgeously done up two-bedroom vacation rental for six sits on the first floor of its building and is all things brilliant. It is well-equipped, enjoys private beach access, and offers lots of (shared) facilities for guests. Do remember to go through the ‘Additional Rules’ and what you might need to carry on your own. As for the house’s pet policy, cleaning up after your pet, guaranteeing their complete responsibility, and ensuring they do not damage anything at the house are some of the basic things you’ll be expected to take care of. Get in touch with the rental’s host for further details on this.
Top guest reviews
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wifi flat screen tvs were great furniture was adequately comfortable and cleanthere's a closet off of the living room with some fun beach stuff and gamesthe condo was very cozy and we enjoyed hanging out there in the mornings having coffeethe beds were very comfortablethe kids loved the bunk beds and all of the beds were very comfortableCleanliness:
overall very clean and neateverything was very cleanthe condo was clean and provided plenty of spacevery clean and comfortable spacesuper clean comfortable fantastic place to stayHost:
the hosts we're great with answering any questions we hadthe host was extremely helpful and responsivesecurity guards were very kind and welcomingthey were amazing hosts and we would definitely go backit was perfect the owners were very accommodating and incredibly quick to respond to questions during our visitRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect central location in destinlocation location location absolutely great location in the communitygreat condo in a perfect locationgreat location walking distance to a private beachgreat location at a great price
9. Spacious cottage for large groups (from USD 610)
About five minutes’ walking distance from the beach, this three-bedroom house is a great choice if you’re upto 10 guests. The cottage has been newly renovated and all bedrooms open out into a porch, making this rental a great hit with pet parents. Plus, there are plenty of entertainment options nearby if you want to step out for some fun. If you are considering this rental, remember that it is only dog-friendly. Additionally, you’ll incur a pet fee of 200 USD for one pet per week and 350 USD for two pets per week. It is mandatory that you inform the host beforehand if you’re planning to bring along a pet because failure to do so will attract a fine of 250 USD. Dogs are not permitted in the (shared) swimming pool and if found, you’ll be charged 250 USD as a penalty and/or face possible eviction.
10. Canalfront condo for fishing enthusiasts (from USD 150)
Quite the popular choice among boating and fishing enthusiasts, this canal-front and pet-friendly condo in Destin allow you direct and private access to a deep water canal to dock your boat or watercraft. You’ll even be allowed gulf access and other add-on perks, such as reserved docking with power and water hook-up (docking fee applicable per vessel). Awesome, right? As for the living space itself, it is entirely well-equipped, roomy enough for up to four guests, and enjoys 24-hour security. Also, if you have pets, you can bring them along! This property is entirely pet-friendly, with the assurance that you shall be responsible for any damage that the condo sustains. Get in touch with the host for further details.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
everything was clean and workedwe had a great weekend in destin condo was adorable and very cleanunit was clean and bed was comfyi was impressed by the overall size and cleanlinessHost:
billy was a responsive host and made check-in seamlessfantastic stay great communication with the owner to get all arrival / departure infowe felt very much at home here and owners were great communicators and very accommodatingeveryone was super nice and the best part is that it’s pet friendly we had a great timeRead more reviewsLocation:
really enjoyed the complex offers so much and is so close to everythingunit was close to pool and lagniappe’s (incredible food ) as well as the water taxithe place was clean and in a good location within the complex
11. Brilliant house with a private swimming pool (from USD 400)
Spread across six rooms and plenty of common areas, this spacious house is a perfect choice if you are 15 to 17 people travelling together! While the indoor space is utterly comfortable, there’s plenty of private outdoor area too. This makes it a great option for groups with small children and even pets. All of you can luxuriate indoors, rollick about the garden, make use of the swimming pool (not for pets!), and/or make use of the balconies to soak in some of that amazing Floridian weather. If you do plan to bring along your pet, inform the rental’s host and be prepared to pay a pet fee of 100 USD over and above the rental charges.
12. Newly renovated family-friendly home
This newly renovated two-bedroom Airbnb vacation rental is the perfect space of retreat for upto six. While you’ll enjoy complete access and privacy to the entire property, there are tons of attractions within a 4-km (2.5-mile) radius from the property if you want to venture out. As for the rental’s pet-friendliness, the house has been largely left uncarpeted to ensure minimal damage and there’s an amazing sandy backyard that is a real hit with pet parents. While pets are allowed to prance around in the backyard, they must never be left unattended (host’s house rule). If you do plan to bring along your pet, the host expects that you pick up after your pet diligently, leave them crated if you’re planning to step outdoors while leaving them behind, and take full responsibility of their well-being. Do let the host know beforehand and he’ll let you know other details too.
Destin, Florida, United States
10.63 km (6.7 mi) from Gulfarium Marine Adventure ParkTop guest reviews
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bluetooth speaker in main bathroom was a great added touchthe kids loved the bluetooth speaker in the bathroommy kids loved the speaker in the showerthe beds were very comfortableCleanliness:
the house was so clean and very nicely decoratedrichard's place was so clean and very nicely decorated very cozythis place was great it was very clean and had plenty of roomthe bathrooms were sparkling cleanit is clean well decorated and a great locationHost:
the owner is very attentive and easy to communicate withthey are absolutely wonderful hosts and we will definitely stay againrichard is a great host and very responsiverichard was an awesome host and was very quick to respond to my questionsrichard is a good hostRead more reviewsLocation:
such a cute cozy placehouse was in a great locationthis duplex is stylish roomy close to everything and close to awesome beachesgreat location for parking the boatfood shopping fun were all only minutes away
13. Two-bedroom apartment in a convenient location
Good enough to house upto eight guests, this two-bedroom apartment is another fantastic option worth considering. It enjoys easy access to several of Destin’s most popular attractions and is equipped with all essentials so that you don’t find anything missing. While the apartment is dog-friendly (no other pets permitted), what makes it even better is that there are no pet fees (or other hidden charges) involved – only what you pay on Airbnb. However, you must follow basic house rules. Do note that while pets other than dogs are not permitted, guests are permitted to bring in any service animal or emotional support animal, provided that necessary proofs are submitted to the rental management.
Destin, Florida, United States
9.99 km (6.3 mi) from Gulfarium Marine Adventure ParkTop guest reviews
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all newly renovated upscale bed & bathroom linens very comfortable mattress awesome shower and gorgeous kitchenwould definitely book this apt againcheck in was easy the condo was stylish spacious and comfortableCleanliness:
super clean and beautiful settingsuper clean condo and easy accessthe place was very clean and orderly upon arrivalthe place was clean and had everything we neededshower is heavenly the place was very clean and comfortableHost:
jon and rizz were wonderful hostsjon & rizz are great hostsjon & rizz are fabulous super hostsour stay was wonderful jon & rizz were wonderful hostsalthough we didn't need much rizz and jon were very responsive to any questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
good location short walk to beachthe location was great very close to everything and a 5 minute walk to the private beach locationgreat location and beautiful spacegreat place in an amazing locationit was located close to restaurants and attractions which was a plus
The quaint fishing village
Destin’s fishing prowess comes from its gifted geography, located about 15 km (9.3 mi) away from a 30-m (100-ft) drop in the continental shelf. Although, the prowess does not stop there. While here, don’t forget to try seafood specialities – their fresh flavours, unique spices, and toothsome bite will simply clean-bowl you! So, book a pet-friendly monthly rental in Florida because we know that you would want to extend your trip with the fur babies while being here!
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