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Modern Serenity @ Destin Towers | Beachfront Penthouse | Panoramic Gulf Views | Sleeps 13

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4 bedrooms, Internet
4 bedrooms, Internet
On the beach

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Harbor
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Beaches
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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Modern Serenity @ Destin Towers | Beachfront Penthouse | Panoramic Gulf Views | Sleeps 13

🐬 Welcome to Modern Serenity @ Destin Towers! Enjoy this one-of-a-kind top-floor penthouse, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Gulf Coast's crystal-clear waters from every balcony! 🐬

⭐ Experience the ultimate beachfront living with exclusive private beach access and a stunning gulf-front pool! ⭐

Please click the ❤️ in the upper right-hand corner so you can easily refer back.

FLOORPLAN
⭐ Modern Serenity is a 4-bedroom, 4-bath penthouse located directly on the beach. With 2,700 sq. feet of space, it features an open layout perfect for family and friends, complete with beach accents, flat-screen TVs throughout, a full-size washer/dryer, and high ceilings. The fully equipped kitchen is ideal for cooking together—or not! Three large balconies offer stunning panoramic Gulf views, and the beach is just a short walk past the pool and hot tub.

This penthouse comfortably sleeps 13 in four spacious bedrooms. Three of the bedrooms have king-size beds, each offering breathtaking views. The master suite is beachfront with a private balcony, a 50” Smart TV, seating for two, and a desk for work. The second king bedroom has a private balcony with bay and city views and a 48” Smart TV. The third king bedroom features Gulf views, a 46” Smart TV, and a separate workspace/vanity.

The fourth bedroom is perfect for kids, with bunk beds sleeping up to 7, a 40” Smart TV, and a separate bath. Wake up to the sound of the Gulf and enjoy the sunlit water views from every window. Modern Serenity is in the heart of Destin, close to restaurants, shopping, and entertainment, offering the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure.

RESORT
⭐ Destin Towers is a gated, low-density condo resort with its own Gulf-front beach. With only 45 units, the resort is uncrowded, and the private beach is much less congested than larger hotels, giving you prime beach access! Modern Serenity is in the heart of Destin, close to restaurants, shopping, and entertainment, offering the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure!

AMENITIES
⭐ Gated Access to Private Parking, Building, and Beach
⭐ Gulf-Front Pool and Hot Tub
⭐ Reserved Covered Parking for One Vehicle
⭐ Extra Visitor Parking
⭐ High-Speed Elevators
⭐ Community Outdoor Grilling Area
⭐ Tennis Court
⭐ Meeting Room
⭐ High-Speed Wi-Fi

*Saturday-Saturday stays are required during Peak Season.

FUN PASS
⭐To top it off, as our valued guest, this rental includes “ONE FREE PASS, PER ACTIVITY, PER DAY” to the following:
**Forever Memories Fun Pass** - Explorer Package

November – February Amenities:
• A Round of Golf at select courses
• Fishing Adventures
• Adventure Zone at Baytowne Wharf
• Urban Air Adventure Park

March – October Amenities:
• A Round of Golf at select courses
• Fishing Adventures
• Adventure Zone at Baytowne Wharf
• Urban Air Adventure Park
• Snorkeling (seasonal)
• Sea Blaster Dolphin Cruise
• Big Kahuna Water Park (seasonal)

This is our way to say Thank You for staying with us at Forever Vacation Rentals!
**All activities are subject to change by season, weather, and availability**
**Monthly rentals are specifically excluded from participation in the Fun Pass Program**

GUEST ACCESS
⭐You will have access to the entire property (excluding the Owner's Closets). You will check in using an electronic keypad lock located on the entry door. The access code and additional restrictions will be sent before arrival. It is very important that we get a good email address from you after booking.

Other Things to Note:

STARTER KIT
⭐ Our property has a "Starter Kit" to get you through your first 24-48 hours. This includes two kitchen trash can liners, two dishwashing packets, mini shampoo, conditioner, lotion, one roll of toilet paper per bathroom, and one roll of paper towels. We supply bath towels, washcloths, and hand towels. We do not provide beach towels, laundry detergent, seasonings/spices, zip locks, or liquid dishwashing detergent. You can pick up your favorite items at the nearby Walmart, Target, Publix, or Winn-Dixie.

Wi-Fi
⭐ Our property offers free Wi-Fi, and the details can be found in the property binder located in the kitchen/living room area or in the digital property guidebook. While we strive to provide a reliable connection, please note that Wi-Fi signal strength may vary, especially during peak season due to high demand in the area. If you require high-speed internet, we recommend bringing a personal hotspot device. Please remember to bring your streaming service passwords and log out when you leave.

PARKING
⭐ Your stay includes one assigned parking spot in the parking garage. Additional vehicles may park in the open overflow lot on a first-come, first-served basis.

BEACH SERVICE / BEACH GEAR
⭐ Complimentary beach service is not included with your stay. However, beach chair and umbrella rentals are available through the beach attendant. You'll often find beach chairs, toys, and umbrellas at the condo for your use as part of a leave-one, take-one setup, so we can't guarantee what will be available upon your arrival. However, guests are welcome to enjoy whatever is there! Please note: canopies and tents are not allowed on the resorts private beach.

POOL/HOT TUB
⭐ There is a pool and hot tub behind the resort complex available for guest to use to enjoy some Gulf-front swimming! Please review and adhere to the Safety Precautions sign next to the amenity. Use the amenity at your own risk.

SECURITY
⭐ In an effort to protect the security of our Homeowners and Guests, there is a Surveillance Doorbell Camera by the Front Door. The resort does have cameras on the premise as well. If you touch or tamper with the cameras or cause any issues, you will be asked to leave the property immediately without a refund and will be held responsible for any damages.

PETS
⭐ Absolutely NO PETS. Due to the health and severe allergies of the host, we cannot accept animals of any kind in this unit. If you bring a pet of any kind, you will be charged an additional $500 per pet and be asked to leave.

BOOKING
⭐You must be 25+ to book. The person booking and paying for the reservation must be a group member staying at the property. Read, review, and sign OUR rental agreement within 48 hours of booking and before check-in. No events or parties are allowed.

CHECK-IN/CHECK OUT
⭐Check-in any time after 4 pm CST. Check-out is any time before 10 am CST.

EARLY ARRIVALS
⭐We would love to accommodate early arrivals. However, it is nearly impossible during the busy season due to increased traffic delays and a limited workforce. Therefore, if you have an early flight, please plan to book an extra day so that you may check in before 4 pm. If that isn't an option, one of our favorite public beaches is Pompano Joe's in Miramar Beach. It offers large bathrooms, plenty of parking, and a beachside restaurant. Our PCB properties have many options for public beach access, but our favorite would be Public Beach Access 54-57, right in front of Pier Park! Since we are always on a tight schedule, we ask that all guests depart promptly at 10 am CST.

KITCHEN
⭐Fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, cookware, bakeware, glasses, mugs, plates, flatware, cooking utensils, coffee maker, and fire extinguisher located under the sink.

SMOKING
⭐NO SMOKING on the premises. You will be charged a minimum of $1000 fee for smoking inside the property.

REFUNDS
⭐Absolutely NO refunds or discounts due to weather, natural disasters, or any other situations beyond our control.

Lastly, HAVE FUN at the beach, but please beware of rip currents, and understand the beach flags!
During your stay at this condo building, you're just a quick walk from Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park. Enjoy features like 1 hot tub and laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 4 bathrooms in the condo.
  • Air-conditioned condo with kitchen, washing machine and 4 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a lift
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts
  • 5 minutes by foot from Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and a 3-minute drive from Henderson Beach State Park
Modern Serenity @ Destin Towers | Beachfront Penthouse | Panoramic Gulf Views | Sleeps 13 offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Destin condo is smoke free.


Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

312879

Modern Serenity @ Destin Towers | Beachfront Penthouse | Panoramic Gulf Views | Sleeps 13 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

tom m., Woodstock

Well 1st off the View is amazing..the place is in need of some TLC..pictures must have been when it was brand new..Needs a deep cleaning..from the window sills to the furniture..garage disposal smelled so bad..we had to clean 3 times..smells musty inside the place..I would replace ALL the pillows and maybe get new comforters..the building itself is very old and also smells musty..you can hear people staying around you..moving around..
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our group had a blast at this property! The views were amazing. It was very clean, and spacious. The kitchen was well-stocked for cooking and preparing meals. There were even some left over camping-type chairs, pool noodles, and toys for the beach. Overall, a great stay!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy and Ellis I.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property was absolutely amazing! Beautiful, spacious and the balconies overlooking the gulf were perfect. September was the perfect time to go, no wait time for the elevator and the beach was not crowded. Great place to stay for a big family or multiple couples!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lerner J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda C.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness

The condo has alot of room for big family vacation

The place was clean and beach was nice not crowd also place was quite . Stores and restaurants are close by and also waterparks and other few places for families to have fun
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed everything about our stay! Love the smaller complex, less busy at the beach for sure!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ali R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Destin Getaway

We had a great time at this property. The penthouse was the perfect size for us. We had 3 couples, the bedrooms were nice and the beds were so comfortable. I usually have issues sleeping away from home because of my bad back but I didn't here. Our friends said their bed in their rooms were way comfortable as well. The two decks to sit out and relax on were perfect. The view of the ocean from them was so nice to have. You can listen to the ocean all night which was so peaceful. Our other favorite part was the private beach access and the area designated for guests that stay there. It wasn't busy and was great for relaxing. The condo was clean which is a must for us. The heated pool was clean and not too busy.. We would definitely come stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Avoid the crowded beaches

Loved the 1 floor layout of this penthouse. The Master was huge! The other bedrooms had plenty of space as well. A quiet unit, didn’t hear anything! Updated nicely to be an older unit. Loved the close proximity to the beach and how it was never crowded. Also loved the views and all the windows.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronisha H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Penthouse

Clean, bright and beautiful inside and out. A few wonky things, like a broken towel bar and jiggly toilet paper holders but these are very nit-picky things didn’t change anything but that we only noticed.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dara S.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne G., St. Augustine, FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!!

The view is amazing! Close to everything, very clean, and plenty of room for everyone to be together or have quiet time alone. The balconies are the perfect place to enjoy quiet conversation or be one with the dolphins in the ocean! Thank you for sharing your little piece of heaven with my family!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Destin Towers

Loved the large kitchen and the living area with plenty of seating. But best of all was the wall to wall windows with the spectacular ocean view.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Steve S.

Destin at the top

We enjoyed our stay in Destin. The unit has a general "well used" feel about it and needs some TLC both in maintenance issues and upgrades to furniture / fixtures. Propery Manager was very responsive to most of the requests; some, like the mattress with a huge hole in it had to be referred to the owner. Check out was a bit rude, cleaning crew showed up 45 minutes early, walking in without knocking; then maintenance was at door changing the lock key code right at 10 a.m. without even checking to see if we were still in the room. Location on the beach is excellent; needs some shade at the pool; pool service at beach is excellent even if a bit expensive. One parking spot for a 4 bedroom unit sleeping 12 is seemingly a bit weak but we made it work. Elevators are prompt but not well cleaned.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kandis M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

We had 11 people staying in this location, 8 adults and 3 children. The layout was set up perfectly for us to all have our own space, bathrooms, etc. The balconies were very spacious and you simply cannot beat that view! It was fairly clean aside from sandy floors, which I realize is a never ending battle. I would have liked to have seen at least some basic spices stocked. No salt & pepper even?! The dryer went out during our stay but the maintenance man was there promptly to evaluate and had it fixed in a timely manner. Great communication from him. Overall our stay was very enjoyable and we are already looking at dates to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Joyful vacation experience

This condo is huge and unbelievably clean! Loved "keying in" on the numbered push pad! No keys to keep track of. My husband and I played "Marco, Polo" in order to find each other as we got there first and the place is big enough to get "lost" in. Our daughters and their families, which included 3 grandchildren had room to spare. The covered parking space was wonderful and there was ample parking for other family members who arrived separately. Luggage carts were available to help unload the baggage and groceries. Maintenance came quickly on a Sunday when one of bathroom sinks needed attention. We rarely rode up in the 2 elevators with other guests. We liked the fact that the building is small for a beach condo. The living room balcony was separate from the Master Bedroom balcony. Both huge balconies had very nice outdoor furniture. Pool chairs were available when we needed them. We were able to rent a couple beach chairs with an umbrella for the week. There was a beachfront restaurant about a mile north of the condo that welcomes patrons in bathing suits. Perfect place for a Bloody Mary later in the morning when the "old folks" took a leisurely beach walk! Food there was fantastic. Our favorite family activity was renting a pontoon boat, with a "lily" pad and visiting crab island, which isn't an island at all! If you go there, we found more sea life (large hermit crabs) by the sand dune to the west of crab island. Loved this family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect beach vacay

Destin’s crystal clear emerald water is amazing especially being viewed from the 16th floor penthouse, Modern Serenity in Destin Towers. Couldn’t have gotten much better than this rental. Updated decor, clean & spacious unit with VERY comfortable beds, lots of seating, highly functional, large, well stocked kitchen, impressive master bedroom & bath that just cannot be compared to others, and, oh, did I already mention the amazing views of the gulf from the fabulous balconies?!!! Older, somewhat smallish building with a gated under cover parking spot. Nice clean, heated pool & hot tub area, friendly beach rental guys, kayak rentals & a Tiki Hut bar & grill just a short walk down the beach. We had one small glitch where we set off the alarm after a thunderstorm & maintenance was right on it minutes after we called. All in all, a truly wonderful vacation to remember.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaelin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property

Clean. Spacious. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Kelley P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

While the weather in Destin didn’t fully cooperate, we had a great stay at Modern Serenity. The place was very nice sized, great for 2 families. The beach was private. Beach Chair rental is a bit pricey
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

JANET T., HOPKINSVILLE

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Vacation

Great location close to everything, very nice accommodations. Looks just like pictures show. Child-proof locks on doors. Very comfortable beds in all rooms!! Fantastic stretch of clean sand and ocean!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Wonderful view. Plenty of space and great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Gulf Views

The property around and the building itself was not so well kept. When we arrived on Saturday a glass door exiting to the pool/beach walkway had been cracked and broken in several pieces. A hand written note attached for caution. Very dangerous especially with small children who push on the glass to help open the door. Giving grace I assumed it was the weekend and by Monday it would have been repaired. It was not throughout the week or our entire stay. The Penthouse was lovely and served our family well. The bathrooms were not the cleanest upon arrival. One appeared not to have been cleaned at all. The views of the Gulf from the balconies were spectacular from sunrise to star gazing at night. The balcony furniture was also fantastic and we enjoyed the rocking chairs as a bonus! Distance to the beach was great especially with small children. We had decent weather and a wonderful week making memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terri Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

destin fam 2023

very nice accommodations for our group of 9.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it!

The room was as expected and security was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021