About this rental
2 Bed, 2 Bath, Gulf View Condo, Pool, Hot tub, Free Beach Service
This is a non-smoking and no pets condo. In addition, the Condo complex has a minimum renting age of 25 years old.
During the peak season, Rentals are from SATURDAY to SATURDAY
* * * * * CLEANING FEE IS INCLUDED IN THE POSTED RATES BELOW * * * * *
Emerald Waters 308 is a 3rd floor, two-bedroom, two-bath family friendly vacation rental that can sleep up to six guests. It has a fully equipped kitchen; full sized washer and dryer and is equipped with free cable and wifi. Its third floor balcony faces the beach and overlooks palm trees, magnolias and other tropical plants. The emerald gulf is just steps away with access to the white sand beach just across the street. When you are not on the beach, you can relax by the swimming pool and hot tub.
ATTENTION: From March thru November, an exclusive benefit of Emerald Waters 308 is BEACH SERVICE provided by La Dolce Vita. The service includes 2 beach chairs and umbrella (a $270 value)! Simply walk across the street, go through the gate and down the steps to the beach. Take your cooler, books and sunscreen and you will be relaxing in mere minutes.
Emerald Waters 308 has many terrific features including key-less door lock (no keys to lose in the sand!), a king bed in the master bedroom, a queen bed in the 2nd bedroom and a sleeper sofa in the living room. There is a TV in the living room and in each of the bedrooms!
The Emerald Waters complex is a modern Mediterranean styled building that contains thirty-six units. It is conveniently located on the corner of Scenic Gulf Drive and Holiday Road in Miramar Beach and borders the palm-lined neighborhood of Frangista Beach. It has a large private parking lot behind the complex. A central elevator services all four floors.
Unique Benefits
Complimentary Beach Service (2 chairs and 1 umbrella) from March thru November
No cleaning fee
Our condo is a great place for a couple to relax or a family to have fun. The convenient beach access and beach service makes your stay more enjoyable. If you choose to eat in, the kitchen provides the tools you need.
Why Kids Love It
In addition to the pool and the beach, we provide books, games and beach toys for kids to enjoy.
Area Information
Emerald Waters has an awesome location close to popular beachfront restaurants. You can take a short six-minute walk down the beach to the Florida Keys styled restaurant known as Pompano Joe’s. Shopping is a five-minute drive to the Silver Sands designer outlet. The Grand Boulevard in Sandestin’s Town Center is eleven-minutes away. It features fine restaurants, specialty stores and a new state of the art movie theater. Right next to the Grand Boulevard is The Village of Baytowne Wharf. It is host to friendly bars, specialty boutiques, restaurants, fun festivals, free musical concerts and seasonal fireworks. Another great place to visit is the HarborWalk Marina. It has great restaurants, shopping, entertainment and dolphin cruises.
Favorite Places To Eat
Pompano Joe's (0.3 miles) on the beach
Pascalli Kitchen (0.4 miles)
The Whale's Tail Beach Bar & Grill (0.5 miles) on the beach
Captain Dave’s On the Gulf (1.0 miles) on the beach
The Surf Hut (1.3 miles) on the beach
Buffalo Jack’s Legendary Wings & Pizza (1.8 miles)
Aegean Greek Restaurant (1.8 miles)
The Crab Trap Destin (1.8 miles) on the beach
Tuscany Italian Bistro (3.1 miles)
Miller’s Ale House - Destin (3.2 miles)
The Craft Bar – Destin (3.4 miles)
LuLu’s Destin (4.4 miles) on the bay
McGuire’s Irish Pub (8.6 miles) across from the HarbourWalk
HarbourWalk Village (8.6 miles) various restaurants
The Village of Baytowne Wharf (5.1 miles) various restaurants
Grand Boulevard at Sandestin (4.7 miles) various restaurants
Amenities
Other Vacation Rental Amenities
From March thru October, an exclusive benefit of Emerald Waters 308 is BEACH SERVICE provided by La Dolce Vita. The service includes 2 beach chairs and umbrella (a $315 value)! Simply walk the short distance to the beach with your cooler, books and sunblock and you will be relaxing in mere minutes.
Groceries (Winn-Dixie) are just 5 minutes (1.7 miles) away.
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Rates
| Rate Period | Nightly | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly | Min Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Sep 07 - Dec 27 2024 | $1,300 | 4 nights | |||
Dec 28 2024 - Feb 28 2025 | $1,300 | $3,000 | 7 nights | ||
Mar 01 - Apr 18 2025 | $1,900 | 4 nights | |||
Apr 19 - May 23 2025 | $1,600 | 7 nights | |||
May 24 - Aug 01 2025 | $2,200 | 7 nights |
Fees:
Damage Fee - Refundable: $200
Tax Rate: 12%
Notes:
Weekly & Monthly Rentals are from SATURDAY to SATURDAY
Minimum 4 night stay must end on a SATURDAY
---CLEANING FEE IS INCLUDED IN THE ABOVE RATES---
Payment can be made by PayPal or check. (No PayPal account is needed as they are my credit card processor)
Deposit of 50% of Rental, Deposit and Taxes is due at time of booking.
Balance is due 30 days prior to arrival (60 days for rentals lasting 31 days or more).
Cancelation Policy:
If Guests wishes to cancel, the Down Payment plus any other payments received will be refunded as follows:
For stays of 30 days or less:
100% if cancelled 30 days prior to the Check-in Date (less 3% processing fee)
50% if cancelled 14 days prior to the Check-in Date (less 3% processing fee)
For stays of 31 days or more:
100% if cancelled 60 days prior to the Check-in Date (less 3% processing fee)
50% if cancelled 30 days prior to the Check-in Date (less 3% processing fee)
Signed Short Term Rental Agreement is required prior to booking.
Check-in is after 4 pm --NO EARLY CHECK-INS--
Check-out is before 10:00 am --NO LATE CHECK-OUTS--
Availability
Last updated on October 20, 2024
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Hosted by Michael Lutz
Member since 2019
Year Purchased: 2015
About the owner: My wife and I have been coming to Miramar Beach since 1995. I recently retired and thought it would be nice to own and share a piece of heaven with our family and guests.
Why this property? It is exactly in the area of Miramar Beach that we are familiar with, it has beach access and it was calling our name.
It is a great place for a couple to relax or a family to have fun. The convenient beach access and beach service makes your stay more enjoyable. If you choose to eat in, the kitchen provides the tools you need.
Speaks: English
Frequently Asked Questions
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RENTAL RULES
Overnight Guests:
Condo sleeps a maximum of 6 people. The Rental Party may only stay overnight in the Condo.
Property Stewardship:
Please remember that you are staying in a privately owned "home". Please treat it, as you would want
someone to treat your home. Each Condo is privately furnished, so please ensure that all
dishes/towels/linens/etc. stay in the Condo.
Appliances:
Only use appliances for their intended uses.
Smoking:
Smoking is NOT allowed in the Condo or on the balcony.
Pets:
Pets are NOT allowed. No exceptions.
Minimum Age of Renter:
The Emerald Waters Beachside Condominiums have a minimum renting age of 25 years old. By renting, the Guest is responsible for all individuals occupying the Condo. Additionally, the Guest agrees that they will be staying in the Condo during the rental period. Arrangements made on behalf of individuals that are not of sufficient age will be cause for immediate eviction and forfeiture of all payments received.
Subletting/Assigning/Falsefied/Occupancy:
Any reservation obtained under false pretense will be subject to forfeiture of advance payments, deposits, and/or rental money, and the party will not be permitted to check in. There shall be no subletting of the property. The Guests shall occupy the Unit as a vacation rental only and not use the premises for any business, professional, unlawful or hazardous purpose.
Parking:
Please limit parking to 2 vehicles. Parking passes will be provided. Any illegally parked cars are
subject to towing; applicable fines/towing fees are the sole responsibility of the vehicle owner.
Rented Vehicles:
Regarding rented vehicles such as golf carts and scooters, we do not have outlets for charging of these vehicles. Power cords cannot be run across walkways into Condo or common areas. If guests rent vehicles that require charging, they must make arrangements to charge off site.
Housekeeping:
There is no daily housekeeping service. While linens and bath towels are included in the Condo, daily maid
service is not included in the rental rate. We recommend that you bring beach towels for the beach and pool.
We do not permit towels or linens to be taken from the Condo. There is a washer and dryer in the Condo for
guests who wish to wash towels & linens. Guests are required to keep the Condo and all furnishings in good
order and to perform “Normal” household duties such as garbage removal, cleaning of dishes, wiping up spills, vacuuming excess sand and food particles. If problems or damage occurs to the property, notify the condo
owners immediately so that corrective action can be taken.
Noise and Quiet Hours:
Guests are expected to respect the privacy and comfort of the neighbors in surrounding Condos.
Please maintain an acceptable noise level in the Condo, and respect the quiet hours from 9 PM to 9 AM.
Checkout Procedures:
Checkout is 9 AM CT on the Checkout Date.
Gather all dirty towels and put them in the bathtubs, leave all used beds unmade and be sure all dishes
are clean (you may load and run the dishwasher as you leave). Empty the refrigerator. Dispose of all
trash/garbage in the dumpster located on the side of the parking lot.
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Reviews
Sunny M.Perfect place for a small family getaway
We thoroughly enjoyed our fall break stay at Miramar and Emerald Waters. The condo had everything we needed to be safe and comfortable and the location couldn't be better. The beach access across the street (and with the chairs and umbrella everyday!) made the stress free beach life a reality. We walked everywhere-- to dinner, for coffee, for ice cream and to souvenir shop-- everything was within 2-3 minutes away. Thanks Mike and Debbie!! We will be back!
Stayed: October 2024 Submitted: October 18, 2024
Owner response
Thank you so much for your nice review. We are glad you and your family had a great time. You are always welcome.
Jackie T.Perfect!
We enjoyed our stay very much. The condo had everything we needed, was clean, in a great location, and the chair/umbrella service was a pleasant bonus. Highly recommend!
Stayed: July 2024 Submitted: August 04, 2024
Owner response
We are so glad that you and your family enjoyed your stay and used the free beach service. Hope to have you stay again.
Alyssa L.Great Location!!
We thoroughly enjoyed our week at the condo. The owners were easy to work with and responsive! We received instructions for check-in many days ahead of our arrival and we exchanged a few texts prior to arrival and after departure. We traveled with our two girls (5 and 7) and grandmas. The location of the condo was fantastic and it made getting to and from beach a breeze. Condo was spacious and bathrooms were huge. Kitchen and washer/dryer allowed us to make meals and dry towels between beach/pool visits. Highly recommend!
Stayed: June 2024 Submitted: July 01, 2024
Owner response
Thank you so much for your review. We love it when our guests enjoy all our condo has to offer. You are always welcome.
Suzanne L.One of the nicest!
Excellent condo! Very comfortable, clean and nicely decorated.. The owner was very responsive to several easy to fix concerns.. and we would love to rent this condo again..
Stayed: January 2023 Submitted: February 20, 2023
Owner response
Thank you for your review. We are glad when our guests enjoy their stay. Hope to have you stay again.
Kristen R.Wonderful Week in Miramar
I did not realize what a great location the condo was in until we arrived. It is a short walk across a two lane street to the beach access. The condo is lovely and was the perfect size for our family of four. The beds are super comfortable and there was plenty of extra linens. Everything was clean and the atmosphere was inviting. I am so happy we found your listing and highly recommend booking a stay to anyone looking for a wonderful week in Miramar. Thank you for renting your condo to us and giving us a place to make memories together as a family!
Stayed: June 2022 Submitted: July 06, 2022
Owner response
Thank you so much for taking time to review our condo. We are so glad that you and your family enjoyed your stay. We'd love to have you back!
Frank S.Great escape
Highly recommend Emerald Waters #308. It was a great place to stay! Nicely decorated and had everything we needed. Plenty of restaurants to walk to and easy beach access! Looking forward to returning to the area and will definitely stay here again. Owners were easy to work with!
Stayed: April 2022 Submitted: April 22, 2022
Owner response
Thank you for your review. We are glad you both had a great time. We love to have you both back as guests again.
Christopher and S.Amazing Location and Condo
What if I told you, you could walk across a street and be on a beach. Well that’s exactly what you can do. We had an amazing time at the beach and the condo was just the place we needed to wind down after wonderful dinners at all the restaurants within a short driving distance. The condo has everything we needed to prepare breakfast for the patio and lunches for the beach. We will strongly encourage our friends to book with the Lutz’s. We can’t wait to go back.
Stayed: March 2022 Submitted: April 07, 2022
Owner response
Thank you so much for your review. We love it when our guests enjoy all our condo has to offer. You are always welcome.
Missy O.Great family vacation
We had a bast this week. The condo was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the pool and loved the quick walk to the beach. I was impressed with the cleanliness and convenience of the appliances. We will definitely book this condo again! Thanks, Missy Osterman
Stayed: June 2021 Submitted: June 27, 2021
Owner response
Thank you for your nice review. We are glad you and your family had a great time and enjoyed the condo. Love to have you back again.
Carolyn C.Vacation
Mr. Lutz was great at responding quickly to any questions asked, he was great to rent from and the condo was clean and equipped for a prolong stay. It is across the street from the beach, which is absolutely gorgeous. We were furnished an umbrella and two chairs while at the beach every day, which was nice. It is a great location near many restaurants. We will definitely stay here again and will recommend this condo to anyone else.
Stayed: June 2021 Submitted: June 25, 2021
Owner response
Thank you so much for your nice review. We love when our guests enjoy their time at the beach and nearby restaurants. Hope to have you as a guest again!
Rhonda H.Perfect Location
This condo was the perfect location, just steps to the beach. The place was nicely updated and clean. Pool was heated so it was a wonderfully refreshing coming up from the breach and used a lot since the beach was double red flags during our stay. You are right near 2-3 coffee shops and several restaurants. Internet connection was an issue but being on vacation, it was a great opportunity to unplug. Would definitely go back!
Stayed: May 2021 Submitted: May 26, 2021
Owner response
Thank you so much for taking time to review your stay at our condo. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay. I am sorry to hear that the internet connection had issues. I have contacted the condo complex manager to resolve. We'd love to have you back again!
Chris L.FANTASTIC!
Coming from someone who is a rental condo owner and very hard to please....What a fantastic week! The condo is gold level and has everything you want, right down to the "Side road escape" out the back parking lot from the traffic on Scenic 98. What a great little view you have of the gulf as you sit on the balcony between the buildings across the street...we called it our "Personal View" because it was like nobody had that same view but us. Mike was great to work with, professional and very accommodating. The ONLY reason we haven't yet booked with him again for next year us because we are looking to buy a place in Destin soon.
Stayed: April 2021 Submitted: April 20, 2021
Owner response
Thank you so much for taking time to review our condo. We are so glad that you and your family enjoyed your stay. We'd love to have you back!
Carol W.Great Location!
Emerald Waters #308 was just perfect! The condo is beautifully decorated and immaculate! The close proximity to the beach was great; also walking distance to Pompano Joes, Bad Ass Coffee, Dairy Queen, Whales Tail & Surf Hut!Everything you need and more! Thank you, Mike & Deb, for sharing your home with us. Will be back next summer!
Stayed: September 2020 Submitted: October 04, 2020
Owner response
Thank you so much for your nice review. We love when our guests enjoy their time at the beach and places to go that are near by. You are welcome come back any time.
Marcia D.Love This Place
Each year we look forward to our vacation in Miramar Beach and staying here is one of the reasons why we return year after year. The condo is very nice and comfortable. We especially enjoy the balcony (where we eat breakfast each morning), the nice kitchen with a full-sized new refrigerator, and the bathrooms with spa-like towels. We will keep returning!
Stayed: September 2020 Submitted: October 03, 2020
Owner response
Thank you so much for your nice review. We love when our repeat guests enjoy their stay each time. You are always welcome.
Gary B.Very comfortable and spacious
Condo was larger than we expected with spacious bedrooms and living area. Property and pool was very well maintained and clean. Location can't be beat. Beach access is literally right across street and the rental of umbrella and chairs included with unit is a huge bonus. We have stayed at a half a dozen places up and down the coast and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed: July 2020 Submitted: August 04, 2020
Owner response
Thank you so much for your nice review. We love when our guests enjoy there time at the beach and the beach service we provide. Hope to have you stay with ust again!
Janelle B.We love it here, and keep coming back!
Location on Scenic Gulf Drive and Holiday Road is great! Third floor condo is clean, stylish, and comfortable. Kitchen and laundry well-equipped and so nice. This is our 6th summer to come to Miramar Beach, to this condo, and we especially wanted to come this summer because we really needed to get away, yet we didn't want to go somewhere new to us. This was not the year for an "adventure" vacation - life in 2020 is enough of an adventure! We wanted the comfort and familiarity of "our place in Florida", rented from the Lutzes for a week. The beach chair service they include in the spring and summer months is so nice to have, and we spent our days at the beach reading and enjoying it, with our toes in that gorgeous white sand, just a short walk down from the condo. This year, we had our favorite fish meals 3x in a week, shopped at the outlet mall, played miniature golf, and hit Alvin's Island store next door for fun shirts. We ate in mostly, and getting groceries at Winn Dixie and Publix was as easy as ever. If you want to relax and easily get to the beach, you can't go wrong renting this condo. I think you might end up being "repeat guests" as we are!
Stayed: July 2020 Submitted: July 29, 2020
Owner response
Thank you so much for your nice review. It makes us feel great when our repeat guests enjoy their stay each time. We try our best to change a few things so that it appears fresh each time. You are always welcome.
Rachel B.So impressed!
We have stayed in Destin for 4 consecutive years now and this was our favorite place by far. There are so many wonderful amenities that make this condo truly feel like home. The owners are wonderful people and were available if we needed anything at all. We highly recommend this location, it will not disappoint.
Stayed: June 2020 Submitted: July 01, 2020
Owner response
Thank you so much for taking time to review our condo. We are so glad that you and your family enjoyed your stay. We'd love to have you back!
Christopher L.Great Location For Golf and Relaxation!!
If you are looking for a elegant and comfortable place to relax on the beach and play rounds of golf this is a place for you. All you have to do is cross a street for access to a private beach. Having an umbrella and chairs available for you your entire stay makes everything so easy to enjoy a day on the beach. There is also a nice walking path that runs right outside the property as well. My buddy joined me and we were able to play a round of golf each day due to vast amount of courses with in a couple of miles from this location. If you need any beach supplies there is an Alvin’s Island right next door! Will definitely go back and stay again!!!
Stayed: March 2020 Submitted: June 01, 2020
Owner response
Thank you so much for your nice review. We love when our guests enjoy there time at the beach and enjoy other activities like golf. We would love to have you as our guest again!
AngelaGreat stay!
We loved this condo. We shared with another couple, having our own bathrooms was a true blessing. The condo is just as pictured, Bright and cheerful. We also really appreciated the beach chairs and umbrella that were set up for us daily. The walk to the beach took maybe 2 minutes. We will be back!!
Stayed: August 2019 Submitted: August 06, 2019
Owner response
Thank you so much for your nice review. We love when our guests enjoy there time at the beach. We would love to have you as our guest again!
Karen M.Great place to stay for vacation/!
Had a wonderful vacation. Condo was lovely. Had supplies you might need when you first arrive. Bonus we had our own beach chairs provided for stay. Come on down can't go wrong.
Stayed: July 2019 Submitted: July 30, 2019
Owner response
Thank you so much for your nice review. We love when our guests enjoy there time at the beach and the beach service we provide. Hope to have you as guest again!
Heather G.Amazing condo!
This condo has it all and then more! Owners pay attention to the small things that make it feel like home. Large sized towels, and the newly added Keurig are nice. The furniture is clean and comfortable. They have the condo stocked with everything you need for cooking. Also they have a large variety of games for all ages.
Stayed: June 2019 Submitted: June 30, 2019
Owner response
Thank you so much for taking time to review your stay at our condo. We are so glad that you and your family had a great time! We'd love to have you back!
Don and Ribyn K.Perfect
The condo was perfect. The beds were comfortable and the the condo was clean and very nicely decorated felt at home. We loved how close it was to the beach not a long walk at all. We really liked the beach service we liked knowing we didnt have to fight for a spot on the water every day. Thank you for allowing us to enjoy your condo and making our vacation one to remember.
Stayed: June 2019 Submitted: June 23, 2019
Owner response
Thank you so much for your nice review. We love when our guests enjoy there time at the beach. Hope to have you as guest again!
Gracen S.Excellent property and location
This was our second year to stay in this unit. It is exactly as advertised. Mike and Debbie are wonderful to work with and we have never had any issues with our stays! The location is perfect, right across the street from beach access. Having daily beach set up included is a huge perk/savings. We walked right out every day, found the chairs with our name and got set up for the day! The area is less busy than other beaches as there are not high rise condos around. Having young kids to keep up with on the beach, this is a huge plus for us. We will visit again!
Stayed: June 2019 Submitted: June 13, 2019
Owner response
Thank you so much for your nice review. We love when our guests enjoy the beach service. Your family is always welcome.
SR G.Just a short walk to the sand!
Micheal and Debbie aided us in every step of the way in our sun filled vacation. They ensured before our arrival what sights to see and provided us with an umbrella and beach chairs for the entirety of our stay. Upon leaving they ensured our phone charger we left by accident was mailed back to us! How awesome is that?!Once there we found the accommodations much to our liking. The bed was comfortable, the kitchen well supplied in utensils, and the pool relaxing! But most of all we enjoyed our days on the white sands of the beach. Our evenings were filled with great places to eat. No wait was long and the food was delicious! We highly recommend this condo for the price, the location, and the hospitality of Micheal and Debbie!
Stayed: May 2019 Submitted: June 01, 2019
Owner response
Thank you so much for your nice review. We love when our guests enjoy there time at the beach. Hope to have you as guest again!
Michael L.Bob & Sue Garrison
Owners Mike & Deb invited Sue and I to stay with them at their condo for the first week of April. We had a delightful time. The weather was a bit in transition with days in the low 70’s and some colder. Regardless, the condo was very comfortable and very close to those white sand beaches of the Gulf. The restaurants in the area are amazing and you can find live entertainment all over the area. If you are looking for comfort and easy access to the beach, Mike & Deb’s condo is a top choice.
Stayed: April 2019 Submitted: April 16, 2019
Owner response
Thank you for your review. We are glad you both had a great time. We hope to have you both as guest again.!
Melissa O.Spring break 2019
Our family of 4 stayed in the condo for our spring break. We were there a week, and it was wonderful. The condo was clean and updated, and the beach was just great. Our girls are 5 and 8 so the heated pool was used often! Thanks! We’ll be back!!The Osterman family
Stayed: March 2019 Submitted: April 16, 2019
Owner response
Thank you so much for taking time to review your stay at our condo. We are so glad that you and your family had a great time! We are also pleased that the girls had a great time in the pool. We'd love to have you back!
Matt and Jill P.Another great trip
Second year in a row staying in this condo and glad we found it. Owners made a few improvements since last year to make the stay even more enjoyable. Great location - restaurants and shops within walking distance. And beach literally right across the street with beach service included! Not one of those big high rises with a packed pool area either. Owners are very responsive and provide good communication throughout. You will not be disappointed!
Stayed: March 2019 Submitted: April 01, 2019
Owner response
Thank you so much for taking time to review your stay at our condo. We are so glad that you and your family had a great time! We'd love to have you back!
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Sleeps 6
2 bedrooms
1050 sq. ft.
2 bathrooms
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