It Had To Be You

4 Bedrooms

3 Bathrooms

10 Guests

5.0

Near Beach and Pool, Beautiful Neighborhood, Dogs Welcome



About the property

It Had To Be You, Wonderful You, It Had To Be You.

Like a slow dance with someone you love, It Had to Be You will give you the warm and fuzzies with its inviting personality. The happy blue exterior with the quintessential southern front porch; the spacious backyard with a shaded porch, lush landscaping, and a grill; the three floors of comfortable beds and furnishings—these are the things that make guests ask for a ‘second dance.’

Perfect for entertaining a large family, this Destin vacation rental has the conveniences of a modern kitchen, a full laundry room, first and third floor gathering rooms, plus TVs in each bedroom. The Primary suite is extra spacious, featuring a separate sitting area and a spa bathtub in the Primary bath. Other alluring traits include its stone tile floors, colorful beachy artwork, and its close proximity to restaurants and shops.

And when it’s time to connect, It Had to Be You delivers with ultra-fast 1Gbps WIFI, perfect for streaming your favorite shows in stunning 4K, glitch-free Zoom calls, and lightning-quick downloads. Whether you’re working remotely or hosting movie night with the family, everyone can stay online without a hiccup.

It Had to Be You is more than just a pretty face. As part of the Ocean View community—known for its pristine lawns and white picket fences—it will quench all your outdoor needs. Enjoy access to the sun-drenched pool right next door, plus it’s only a half block from the glorious beaches of the Gulf Coast and the scenic walking and biking path that runs along the shore.

This property comes with 4 parking spaces.

We may require a minimum length of stay during the summer and over holidays.

We do not rent to anyone under 25 or to students.

This property is dog friendly. You must pay a pet fee (please inquire about cost before booking) and provide up to date shot records.

Due to allergies, smoking is strictly prohibited at this rental.

We do not rent to anyone under 25 or to students. We require 1 parent for every 2 people under 25.

Guests receive a welcome kit with small dishwasher detergent, dish soap, sponge, a roll of paper towels, and laundry detergent. There will be an initial trash liner in each receptacle and a set of toilet paper and soaps for each bathroom provided. Guests will need to replenish supplies for longer stays.

In addition to our welcome kit, we also supply basic cooking essentials like salt, pepper, and oil.


Sleeping Arrangements

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed


Features & amenities

Need To Know
  • Community Pool
  • Direct Property Check-In
  • Dryer
  • Free Wireless Internet
  • Hairdryers
  • Heating
  • House Rules: Due to allergies, smoking is strictly prohibited at this rental.
  • Iron And Ironing Board
  • Linens
  • Living Room
  • Lodging Type: House
  • 2 Max Pets
  • Monthly Snowbird Rate
  • No Smoking
  • Pet Friendly
  • 2190 Square Feet
  • Washer
Entertainment
  • Cable
  • Living Room Smart Tv
  • Living Room Tv
  • Primary Bedroom Tv
  • Streaming Capable
  • Tv In Every Bedroom
Kitchen
  • Baking Sheet
  • Blender
  • Cooking Basics
  • Dining Area
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hot Water Kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Standard Coffee Maker
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine Glasses
Beach
  • 0.1 Mile To The Beach
  • Beach Chairs And Umbrella Service Can Be Rented For A Fee
Outdoor
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Gas Grill
  • Partially Fenced Back Yard
  • Porch
Parking
  • 4 Parking Spaces
  • Driveway Parking
  • Property Rules: No Rv's, U-Hauls Or Trailers Allowed
Accessibility
  • Interior Stairs

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5.0 (46 reviews)

5.0

house was spacious for us 4 couples.

Nice size kitchen and shared space. The bedrooms were all comfortable. Beach was close to house. Community pool was 2 houses away. Restaurants, shopping was close as well.

Submitted by Patty W on Apr 28, 2026 through Airbnb

5.0

absolutely beautiful

The surrounding area was definitely very convenient to the beach into the home. The pool was right next-door great place.

Submitted by Brook C. on Jul 24, 2025

5.0

enjoyed this beach house in destin for three years, and we will be back!

The location is perfect-we loaded up our beach cart and walked the 5-10 minutes to Crystal Shores every day. In the afternoons we enjoyed the community pool or shopped at nearby Destin Commons. The house is comfortable and just the right space for all of us. We enjoyed cooking and eating together as well as visiting our favorite restaurants without a heavy traffic drive. Very refreshing and lovely stay. And we plan to continue our tradition!

Submitted by Janie D on May 12, 2025

5.0

outstanding place very close to the beach

Very comfortable we has a great time.

Submitted by Mike B on Apr 04, 2025 through Airbnb

5.0

perfect location to beach

Walking distance to local spot for breakfast/lunch/hot chocolate and afternoon entertainment at Camille’s on the corner; one lot between this home and great pool! But we won’t go back during Spring Break due to noisy neighbors.

Submitted by Joyce W on Mar 21, 2025

5.0

we loved the home!

Lots of room, well stocked kitchen for our thanksgiving dinner. Very clean, everything worked as should. Loved location close to beach! Easy in and out key pad for entry. Communication very good!

Submitted by Geri S on Dec 05, 2024

5.0

very nice for family of 8.

Plenty of sleeping areas, bathrooms, well supplied kitchen. Close to private pool, walk to ocean. Area is golfcart friendly.coffee shop and restaurant on ocean.lovely home.parking for four vehicles plus we squeezed in a golfcart!

Submitted by Geri S on Dec 01, 2024 through Airbnb

5.0

the property had everything we needed!

Close to beach, very easy walk, sidewalks all the way. Quiet neighborhood, great outdoor sitting areas, nice clean community pool, two propertys away! Lovely clean home!

Submitted by Geri S on Dec 01, 2024

5.0

what a great location right by the community swimming pool and a short walk to the beach.

The neighborhood is very quiet and beautiful. We loved sitting on the patio in the morning drinking our coffee and then sitting on the porch in the evening enjoying a cocktail. The only drawback is the driveway, they give you 4 parking passes but the driveway is just big enough for 2 vehicles. There’s a delicious sushi bar and restaurant within walking distance. My family is already talking about another trip to Destin and we would definitely stay here again.

Submitted by John D on Oct 14, 2024 through Airbnb

5.0

the host is outstanding with communication.

We came down right after Hurricane Helene and they stayed in contact with me concerning conditions there until our arrival. Overall, our stay was great and I would definitely book here in the future. Very professional, kind, and attentive host.

Submitted by Kellie W on Oct 05, 2024 through Airbnb

5.0

great beach vacation

Wonderful time at the beach. Close walking distance

Submitted by Judy S on Sep 24, 2024 through Guest

5.0

can't wait to come back!

It had to be you was the perfect place for us! It fit our seven adult party nicely. It never felt cramped or crowded. The walk to the pool and beach was so fast! Especially for those who have difficulties walking longer distances. We can’t wait to come back and stay in the same house or neighborhood.

Submitted by Nichole P on Aug 10, 2024 through Airbnb

5.0

clean place close to the beach

Submitted by Ethan W on Jul 21, 2024 through Airbnb

5.0

everybody was so happy with the house and location.

Was a great place to stay.

Submitted by Billy T on Jul 01, 2024 through Airbnb

5.0

the beach house was nice & close to the beach. we enjoyed our time there

Our stay was really good! Location was great & we did enjoy ourselves!

Submitted by Lynn H on Jun 11, 2024 through VRBO

5.0

loved the location to the beach

The house was nice & it was clean. Loved the location to the beach. It would have been nice to have a decent broom/dust pan to sweep up the sand in the house & have rugs by the doors also. Other than that we were happy with our stay.

Submitted by Lynn H on Jun 08, 2024 through VRBO

5.0

great location

Great location and short walking distance to the beach and small community pool and convenience of close proximity to stores and grocery was a plus.

Submitted by Kelley S on Jun 02, 2024

5.0

perfect location!

The house was beautiful and in one of the cutest, most peaceful neighborhoods at Crystal Beach. Close to everything! The grill wouldn’t work for us, & the beds were a tad hard but overall it was an amazing home in the best part of Destin! We can’t wait till next time!

Submitted by Courtney on Oct 30, 2023 through Airbnb

5.0

great vacation house!

We loved our stay here. Great house and great location.

Submitted by Anonymous on Sep 27, 2023 through VRBO

5.0

great place to stay!!

Short walk to the beach!

Submitted by Valerie S. on Jul 26, 2023 through Airbnb

4.0

great location!!

Great location within walking distance to the beach. The home itself, is also very nice and in a friendly neighborhood filled with other vacationers. Would highly recommend and would return.

Submitted by Daniel C. on Jul 10, 2023 through Airbnb

5.0

perfect stay.

Highly recommended

Submitted by Greg S. on Jun 19, 2023 through Airbnb

5.0

great vacation

Appreciate the great location, the great property and the organized support to make it a great vacation. Thanks!!

Submitted by Doug W on Apr 04, 2023 through Vrbo

5.0

destin fl

We had a great visit. The house was in a great location and was very clean.

Submitted by Joanie H. on Mar 31, 2023 through VRBO

5.0

it had to be you

We liked our location of the house. The kitchen was well equipped and there were plenty of linens.. I was very disappointed that the community pool was not heated and I was not able to heat it thru your office. I was told the carpet was going to be replaced since it was pretty dirty. All in all I would rate it a 3.5

Submitted by Kathy on Mar 14, 2023

5.0

5 out of 5 stars

Submitted by Kathy on Mar 14, 2023

5.0

5 out of 5 stars

Submitted by Robert on Jan 09, 2023

5.0

always rent from newman-dailey!

Our rental experience once again after so many years was great, from their ordering a crib (set up in requested room) and high chair to having someone come and fix the chirping smoke alarm. The house has a near-perfect location in proximity to great places to eat and shop and within walking distance of so many things, including Camille’s for great coffee, food and entertainment. We love the sidewalks throughout the area. Mere minutes to the beach and tons of places to eat. Thanks again.

Submitted by Joyce on Dec 11, 2022

5.0

5 out of 5 stars

Submitted by Joyce on Dec 03, 2022

5.0

great family time at the beach

Our family had a wonderful week at the beach and thoroughly enjoyed stating at this property. The location was superb, the property spacious and clean with easy access to shopping or the beach. We’ll be back!

Submitted by Janie D on Aug 21, 2022 through VRBO

5.0

beautiful house

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The beach was a block away and the pool was right next to the house. We had a great trip!

Submitted by Courtney S on Aug 14, 2022 through VRBO

5.0

perfect location

For a family of 10 with teenagers and small children, this was the perfect location with tons of room for everyone to have privacy and a spacious room for us to all come together. Very short walk to the beach came as an added plus for quick trips for lunch at our beautiful home away from home.

Submitted by Leslie C on Jul 22, 2022 through VRBO

5.0

great house, close to the beach.

We loved the house. The property manager was great. The grill that was at the house was falling apart and they brought a brand new one the next morning. The walk to the beach was very short. Only issue and it's a small one is that the pool is smaller than it looks in the pictures but it was still a very nice and clean pool area.

Submitted by Charles B on Jul 16, 2022 through VRBO

5.0

great family trip

We had a really good time here with our family. This was our first AirBnB experience so I was not sure what to expect. It worked well for us so that the grandparents could have the lower bedroom and we could take over the second floor. There was a maintenance issue but communication about it was prompt and professional. The location is a fabulously easy walk to the beach and has a really nice backyard to relax in.

Submitted by Jennifer on Jan 05, 2022 through AirBNB

5.0

comfort of home

We loved this house. It offers all the comforts of home. Close to the beach. Walking distance to lots of great shopping and restaurants. We will be back for another vacation here for sure. Beautiful home.

Submitted by Lisa on Dec 15, 2021 through AirBNB

5.0

super clean, great location

The house is super clean, great location with everything within driving distance, literally not even five minutes. I definitely recommend staying in this beautiful home! I will definitely come back again

Submitted by Juan on Sep 06, 2021 through Airbnb

5.0

10/10

Would recommend

Submitted by Jacqueline R on Aug 25, 2021 through VRBO

5.0

very nice

Great place to stay when visiting destin

Submitted by Tiera D on Aug 23, 2021 through VRBO

5.0

amazing house

Amazing house ! Had a great stay , would highly recommend this to anyone !

Submitted by Brittany on Jul 25, 2021 through Airbnb

5.0

great house!

This property is amazing. Close to the beach and has a great vibe! The entire property was so clean -even the small decorations and statues. You can tell this house is loved by the owner. Lots of fun pictures around.

Submitted by Lynn G on Jul 02, 2021 through VRBO

5.0

spacious and great location

We are frequent visitors to Destin and crystal beach area. First time staying at this property, and location was superb! Less than 100 steps to the water! And 50 steps to Camilles which is everything you are looking forward in a restaurant! We had a house full of 10 guests -Rooms were large and spacious! Property was clean, and kept no smells and everything needed worked! We did enjoy the rather unique photo findings through out the house if you like Tom Selleck this place is for you! We recommend this property!

Submitted by Tara W on Jun 06, 2021 through VRBO

5.0

a team outting to be remembered

Only there for one night but we had a blast. The house was perfect!

Submitted by Robin F on May 14, 2021 through VRBO

5.0

we will be back we loved it

Everything was Awesome!

Submitted by Akeibra P on Mar 21, 2021 through VRBO

5.0

great place! it’s a 5!

This is such a great place. So convenient to the beach. Also close to dining and shopping. Very nice accommodations.

Submitted by Jerry on Dec 07, 2020

5.0

great

Very close to beach and excellent accommodations.

Submitted by Dan F on Sep 19, 2020 through VRBO

5.0

i love this little community

We will definitely be back. The house was nice I loved how close it was to the beach!

Submitted by erica a on Jun 29, 2020 through HomeAway

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Jul 11-15, 2026
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