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Matt and Michelle Markel
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Last Updated: 11/28/2020
Cleaning: $195.00
FL/Okaloosa Tax: 11.5%
Addtl Guest Fee (any # guests over 6/day): $10.00
Payment Terms:
50% due at time of reservation
50% due 60 days prior to arrival
Cancellation-
30 or more days prior to check-in date = 100% refund less a 3% credit card processing fee on amount paid
0-29 days prior to check-in date = no refund
Signed Rental Agreement and copy of Valid Drivers License must be returned within 48 hours to confirm your reservation.
Signer of Rental Agreement must be 25 or older
SORRY, NO PETS ALLOWED
NO COLLEGE AGE SPRING BREAK GROUPS, CHAPERONED OR OTHERWISE, NO EXCEPTIONS
Check-In Time: 4:00 PM
Check-Out Time: 10:00 AM
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Marie Powers
My review is long overdue and I cant say enough about our short vacation in Destin. Staying at "these are the days" was as comfortable as staying home. The house was immaculate upon arrival and had everything we needed from room space to amenities. We especially loved the bikes for an evening stroll. The proximity to the beach was amazing and so easy to bring our things back and forth. My kids want everyone to know the beds were super comfy :) Thank you Michelle and Matt the Powers family will be back for sure. Thank you during this crazy time for a great vacation and a relaxing worry free stay!
John K
This property is ideal for a family looking for a beach vacation. Clean, great amenities, perfect location and a very responsive owner who is committed to ensuring your vacation is perfect!!
Kim G
I try to leave things better than when I arrive (which is usually the case) but your cottage was the tidiest, cleanest and most well stocked place we've stayed in Destin! We just loved everything!
Kari F
These are the days is a wonderful cottage! Very clean, updated, and a great location. Thanks Michelle! We hope to return soon!
Molly E
What a wonderful, well kept and completely accommodating Beach house! This place HAS IT ALL and makes vacationing a true VACATION! Michelle is amazing to work with, her response punctuality is impeccable! The bikes were a huge hit, second to the beach which is less than two blocks and not to mention endless shopping within walking distance as well! Everything was amazing and we will definitely be back again! Thank you for such a wonderful vacation!
Justin and Shari S.
We had a great time! The house is wonderful! We love Destin and hope we can find our way back soon!
Juliet S
These Are the Days cottage is light, bright, and very comfortable! It had absolutely everything we needed and was a short walk to the beautiful white sand beaches of Destin. Michelle and Matt were very easy to work with, quite informative, and so their recommendations were spot on! It is a lovely, quiet community--a great place for families to relax and spend time together. We loved it and would definitely stay again!
Matt and Beth W
We really enjoyed our stay at “These Are The Days” in Destin. The house was spacious enough for our family and I loved the layout. The neighborhood was quiet with low traffic. We enjoyed many rides on the bikes and had plenty of beach gear available for a day at the beach. Looking forward to our next stay!
Kristin C.
We stayed here a few years ago and loved it do much we had to come back! It is a lovely home - perfect size for our family of 5. Great location- close to the beach, restaurants, shopping and attractions. The owners are super friendly and easy to work with. The home is immaculate!
Amy I
"These are the Days” was perfect for our family of Four. Location on the “less busy” end of Destin. Quiet, clean, safe neighborhood. All beds were comfortable. Nice having TVs in every room. Layout of the house is ideal. Short walk to the beach. The 4 bikes provided were a hit; great for exercise on our way to the yogurt shop! We used the beach cart to haul our cooler through the sand. Convenient! Five star vacation! The owners have gone above and beyond to make the house the perfect place to stay for Destin.
Gina Fawcett
In the past we have rented large homes with other families right on the beach, We were concerned that we would not get a quality accommodation to fit the budget of a single family - we could not be more wrong. Every need we had was met by this home and more. Perfect accommodations, our family of 5 had plenty of space and everything we needed. The neighborhood is well kept and adorable, and so close to the beach - just a short walk is no joke. The beach is the most beautiful one we have seen yet - clear aqua green water and sparkling sands. We were very very happy! Michelle is a pleasure to work with and the local property manager was there lickity split when we had a question. Highly recommend and we will be back!
Emily and Scott M.
Everything was so perfect at this cottage. We loved the decor and amenities.Everything was very clean! The short walk to the beach was so convenient with our 3 kids. We loved stopping by Camilles for a breakfast sandwich before the beach. A huge plus for our family. We took advantage of the many activities the owners put in their blue book. All of their recommendations were spot on!
This was our 1st trip to Destin but definitely not our last! We hope to return to These Are The Days next year and maybe take my in laws!They would love it!
Kerri D
Having never been to Destin before, we were thrilled over the location of this house once we got the lay of the land! Tucked in a quiet neighborhood, you would never realize that less than half a mile up the street there is a grocery store, pharmacy, cinema, restaurants and an outdoor mall. The traffic in that area was very manageable and you were just a short drive away from the many attractions in Destin and Okaloosa Island to the west and Miramar Beach and Sandestin to the east...a very nice central location. There was minimal traffic in the neighborhood, which was nice with small children. The walk to the beach was very manageable for our 6 and 4 year old, and the beach cart, umbrella, chairs, sand toys and boogie boards were an added bonus that helped minimize our packing from home. The beach itself is pristine, not overly crowded, and has public restrooms and showers to rinse off before your walk home. The house was very clean, simply and nicely decorated, had anything we needed to prepare meals at home, and was very comfortable for our family. There is plenty of closet space although not a lot of drawer space for clothing. The pool is just 3 houses away, and while small, was roomy enough for the three families there the day we visited. The Markels were very responsive and easy to work with. We definitely would stay here again!
Sara K
This was the first "real" vacation we have taken in years. What an amazing experience from beginning to end! The owners responded immediately to my request, and were helpful every step of the way. The cottage was absolutely perfect for our family. It is so spacious and the layout makes it very user friendly. The beach decor is very classy, subtle, and soothing. The beds and pillows were very comfortable, and my boys loved the bunk room with their own T.V. and X Box. The kitchen was extremely well equipped with every appliance and utensil imaginable. Everything was immaculate when we arrived, and we were even able to check in early, which was a huge blessing after driving for two days. We enjoyed the walk to the beach, although my eight year old was starting to slow down on the return trips after playing in the ocean. The beach chairs, toys, and cart were yet another added bonus to this adorable cottage. We definitely were not ready to leave These Are The Days. We made wonderful memories and hope to visit again soon. Thank you so much to the Markels for sharing this little piece of paradise with us. Sara K.
Keira F
We rented the house for a Mom's getaway trip and it was PERFECT!!! There were four of us and we did not feel crowded at all. The location is wonderful. It is within minutes of shopping and restaurants yet feels secluded. The walk to the beach was less than 5 minutes, and when it got too windy one day, we took advantage of the community pool that is located a couple of doors down from the house. The house is perfect for a family, and I am planning on returning with my family at some point. We will definitely be back!!!
Kim Y
Loved the house and location! We liked that the house was located in a circular drive... Hardly any traffic passed the house. The house had a nice cottage and beachy feel, with some good shade trees that made it relaxing to sit on the front porch. Only a 5 minute walk to the beach!
Hayley R
My family and I can't thank you enough for providing us with the perfect vacation home! We LOVED that the house was so close to the beach, nearby restaurants, and the pool! It was so relaxing and convenient to be able to walk everywhere. For anyone wondering, this house is in the ideal location. We also loved having Camilles so close-yum! The house was the perfect setup as well; spacious living room, kitchen, and bedrooms. Everything was so nice and easy and we definitely would recommend this house to anyone looking to vacation in the area.
Hayley R
My family and I can't thank you enough for providing us with the perfect vacation home! We LOVED that the house was so close to the beach, nearby restaurants, and the pool! It was so relaxing and convenient to be able to walk everywhere. For anyone wondering, this house is in the ideal location. We also loved having Camilles so close-yum! The house was the perfect setup as well; spacious living room, kitchen, and bedrooms. Everything was so nice and easy and we definitely would recommend this house to anyone looking to vacation in the area.
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Description
Your Best Destin Vacation- Walk to the Beach, Shopping, Dining- Bikes Included!
"These Are The Days" comfortably accomodates 8 guests (4 adults max) with its functional and relaxed open floorplan. Four beach cruiser bikes are included in your rental! (a $400 value)
Whether you prefer lazy days on the sugar white sand beaches or planned activities and shopping, this property has it all.
What we are doing to promote health and safety with regard to COVID-19:
Our cleaning team is following guidance and advice from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC.) We always provide an exceptional level of cleanliness, but we are reinforcing vigorous cleaning and sanitizing processes with extra attention to commonly touched surfaces including but not limited to door handles, countertops, table tops, chairs, light switches, TV remotes and plumbing fixtures.
We are providing for you:
- a small bottle of hand sanitizer
- pump hand soap for use at a central hand washing station in the cottage
- a small starter supply of disinfecting wipes
- shoe bins on porches- Keep germs outside! Please remove shoes before entering cottage
- a bottle of disinfecting spray for use during your stay
We've also removed all decorative bed pillows. All bed linens are professionally laundered between stays.
We STRONGLY RECOMMEND that you purchase a "Cancel for Any Reason" Travel Insurance Policy on all bookings. We are not insurance agents, nor can we recommend any specific provider or policy. We will abide by the terms of our rental agreement for any any all cancellations from here forward.
Here's an example of a summer season weekly rental breakdown. No booking fees on ECBYO ever! You'll save over $250 by choosing ECBYO over VRBO.
Weekly Summer Rent: $2590.00 (7 nights, Saturday to Saturday)
Cleaning fee: $195
Tax@ 11.5%: $320.28
Damage Waiver: $49
Total: $ 3154.28
We've been providing our guests with a top-notch vacation cottage since 2014. See our 50+ 5-star reviews on VRBO, but book here via Emerald Coast By Owner and pay no booking fees EVER! Save over $200 on an average summer week in booking fees!
More details:
Sleeping accommodations: 1 KING/1 QUEEN/2 SETS OF BUNK BEDS
**MAXIMUM OF 4 ADULTS**
**SORRY, NO PETS ALLOWED, WE ARE NOT ABLE TO MAKE EXCEPTIONS**
**RENTALS DURING PEAK SEASONS (SPRING BREAK/SUMMER) ARE FROM SATURDAY TO SATURDAY ONLY**
**NO COLLEGE AGE SPRING BREAK GROUPS, CHAPERONED OR OTHERWISE, NO EXCEPTIONS**
The spacious open floor plan means every guest has elbow room and a place to relax, socialize with family, watch TV, do a puzzle, take a nap, enjoy a quiet book on the porch, etc. Your choice, you're on vacation!
NEW UPGRADES AND DECOR:
NEW- Solid Flooring throughout! No carpet!
NEW- Upscale Beach Cottage Furnishings throughout
NEW- Wall hung Flat Screen TV and Blu-Ray Player in Family Room
NEW- Dining area for six to eight guests
NEW- Counter height barstools at kitchen bar top
BEDROOMS-
NEW-bedding/mattresses/furniture/decor in all 3 bedrooms
NEW-flat screen TVs in every bedroom
NEW- XBOX in bunk room with games
NEW- kid- friendly DVD collection in bunk room
KITCHEN-
NEW stainless steel refrigerator, stainless steel glass top stove/oven, stainless steel dishwasher.
NEW- Well stocked equipment and supplies including new toaster oven/microwave/coffee maker/Keurig K-cup maker, utensils, food storage, etc.
OUTDOOR-
NEW-outdoor patio furniture for relaxing in the shade after a day at the beach
NEW-outdoor BBQ gas grill
So many extras.....
-NEW 4 Beach cruiser bikes included!
-NEW Beach gear including beach chairs and toys, beach cart, umbrella, boogie boards, Paddle Ball, etc. (inventory varies)
-NEW XBOX for the kids in the bunk room
-Neighborhood Pool with Coded Gate for guests and residents only, just a few doors down
-FREE WiFi throughout the home
A beautiful public beach access (Shores at Crystal Beach) complete with a covered picnic area, restrooms and showers is less than a 5 minute walk from your front door. No elevators- just walk out the door and down the sidewalk to the beach. So easy, even the little ones will be happy! We even provide a beach cart and big rolling cooler! Take it all to the beach and have everything you need for a great day at the beach!
When you've had enough fun in the sun, come back to Clipper Cove and enjoy the community pool for residents and guests only. It's just three doors down.
Within walking distance to The Commons, a first-class retail shopping and dining experience complete with a movie theater.
Two family entertainment venues, The Track Amusement Center and Big Kahuna's, are a quick five minute car ride from the house. The Track is full of fun with mini-golf, go carts, water bumper boats, and even bungee jumping! Big Kahuna's, a family favorite outdoor water park is fun for all ages!
The choices for groceries are all within 2 miles including, Walmart (pickup and delivery), Publix (pickup and delivery) and Whole Foods!
We even have a little coffee shop right around the corner (Camille's) you can walk to for your first cup of Joe in the morning. It's a great place to check out beach conditions for the day and read the morning paper on their outdoor patio. They have fresh baked breakfast treats daily and smoothies too. You can even stop in for a great sandwich for lunch. For dinner, their upstairs restaurant is our Destin favorite for it's cozy atmosphere and phenomenal seafood and sushi.
Last, but certainly not least, we personally make all of our reservations for our home. Please feel free to contact us anytime! We'd love to tell you more or answer any questions you might have about your upcoming stay in beautiful Destin, Florida.
Come and make some memories of your own at 'These Are The Days.'