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Florida | Destin

Palazzo del Mar

12 bedrooms·11.5 bathrooms·25 guests·13300 sq/ft

Beachfront

A true beachfront masterpiece, this iconic estate in the Shores of Crystal Beach offers over 13,000 square feet of refined luxury, seamlessly blending elegance with laid-back coastal living. Set directly on the Gulf with private deeded beach access, the home features four levels of expansive Gulf-facing terraces clad in Brazilian travertine, offering uninterrupted views of the emerald shoreline. A resort-style pool with a swim-up bar and in-ground spa anchors the outdoor experience, while inside, the fully renovated chef’s kitchen—outfitted with double fridge/freezers, high-end appliances, and Williams-Sonoma cookware—invites effortless entertaining. This 12-bedroom estate, plus a private 3-bedroom guest cottage, delivers every imaginable comfort, from a dedicated movie theater and full arcade to poker, billiards, and curated wellness touches like a whole-house air purification system. Designer furnishings, custom stonework, and luxe finishes elevate the interiors, while thoughtful amenities—such as a Wolf coffee system, high-end crib, complimentary beach service, bikes, coolers, and premium linens—ensure an unparalleled stay. Every detail has been considered to craft a legacy-level retreat, where each day unfolds in total luxury just steps from the sand.

Our promise

We've reviewed thousands of homes and approve only the best. Each one is professionally managed and vetted for comfort and style, raising the bar for every stay.

Amenities

Indoor

Air conditioning

Dryer

Elevator

Fireplace

Internet

Outdoor

Outdoor grill

Heated pool

Pool

Balcony

Outdoor dining area

Misc

Beach towels

Four bikes

Hair dryers

High-end Pack ‘n Play crib

In-room ironing + steaming stations

Elevate your stay with add-on services

Book a home, then customize your experience. From beach gear delivery to pre-arrival groceries and private chefs, we coordinate everything you need so you can make memories in the waves and stories at sunset.

Private chef

In-home massage

Beach rentals

Pre-arrival groceries

Alcohol delivery

Private driver

Bedroom details

Bedroom 1: King

Bedroom 2: King

Bedroom 3: King

Bedroom 4: Two Kings

Bedroom 5: King

Bedroom 6: King

Bedroom 7: King

Bedroom 8: King

Bedroom 9: Queen

Bedroom 10: Two Twins

Bedroom 11: Sleeper Sofa

Bedroom 12: Queen

Location

Inside the destination

Neighborhood: Crystal Beach - Located in the Shores of Crystal Beach with sweeping, unobstructed beach views.

Parking information

- Six parking spaces available - Many rental properties prohibit the onsite parking of recreational vehicles, personal watercraft (boats, trailers, jet skis, etc.) and/or restrict the number of motorized vehicles per rental unit.

Reviews

Rickey

Delightful experience in a beach house with all the amenities you can think of. A starter set up of coffee, treats, paper towels, toilet tissue, dishwasher pods, washing machine detergent pods, and trash bags were provided for us. We had enough bedrooms for all of the our children and grandchild to have with each being well furnished and a private bath for each. 2 game rooms came in handy and everyone enjoyed the karaoke Jude box! We had a wonderful family vacation

Policies

Check-in: 4:00 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Quiet Hours: 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM

No smoking allowed

No events allowed

No pets

Things you need to know

Three sets of Beach service included (March-Oct). To complete the experience, a dedicated beach attendant (March–October) ensures your chairs are set and ready each day on your private stretch of sand.

Pool heating is available upon request for most of our properties with pools. There is a daily pool heating fee for this amenity and must be added seven (7) days prior to your arrival date. Once a pool heater is turned on prior to a guest’s arrival, it will stay on through the entirety of the guest’s stay. Please ask you reservationist for additional details.

Heated pool $30/night (available Oct-April only)

Fireplaces are available for use during the cooler season, from October through April, and are turned off from May through September to ensure optimal climate control.

Every home is well equipped with linens on each bed, as well as an extra set for any sleeper sofas that may be in the home. Each bathroom is stocked appropriately with bath towels, hand towels, wash cloths, and bath mats to accommodate the sleeping capacity of the home. There are starter sets of soap, detergent, dish soap, and toilet paper there for your convenience. Kitchens are each stocked with enough dishes, serving pieces, glassware, and all the other kitchen necessities to prepare meals during the guests stay. We provide a starter set of laundry detergent for our guests to use when they arrive.

While linens and bath towels are included in the unit, daily maid service is not included in the rental rate however is available at an additional rate. We suggest you bring beach towels. We do not permit towels or linens to be taken from the units. Daily maid service is offered under the guest services at an additional cost.

We rent Saturday-Saturday during the Spring and Summer months (March-August). In the off-season, we require a 3 night minimum at most of our homes, while others require longer stays. Any holiday week may require a longer stay as well. Please ask your reservations agent for details.

Weddings and events must be pre-approved. An event fee for any event as well as a refundable deposit due at the time of booking, is required.

Restrictions

Minimum night stay requirements vary by home and time of year.
All events must meet local restrictions, HOA rules, and follow noise restrictions. The guests are responsible at any time for the events. Non-compliance with these rules and regulations may result in immediate eviction with no return of any and all payments made.
This is a NON-SMOKING unit. If the property has been found to be smoked in, a $1,000.00 fee will be assessed. If guest chooses to smoke outside, all cigarette/cigar butts must be removed off property. If butts are found on or around property, an additional $1,000.00 fee will be assessed.
One (1) guardian is required for every four (4) singles under the age of twenty-five. Guardians must accompany their children under the age of twenty-five (25) at all times and be present at the time of check-in. Underage drinking and/or partying are not allowed in any of the rental units.
A resort fee is added to each reservation for the processing of your reservation and is non-refundable upon cancellation.
The maximum number of guests for this property is limited to a specific occupancy. Exceeding the maximum occupancy will result in immediate eviction and forfeiture of all money paid.
Rates include a one-time linen/towel setup. Amenity fees are included in the rental rate if your rental requires them.
A housekeeping fee will be added to all reservations, regardless of the number of nights booked. The fee will vary depending on the size of the property. This is applied for cleaning and laundry services upon departure. To avoid an extra cleaning charge: wash the dishes and leave the property in a neat and orderly condition. A $75 garbage removal fee will be assessed if garbage is not removed from the house at time of check-out.
If any keys or entry devices are lost or misplaced, the following fees will be assessed: $25 per door key, $75 per electronic fob key, $75 per community amenity pass and $75 per garage door opener.
Most homes located in residential neighborhoods are controlled by a Home Owner Association. These associations have very strict rules that must be respected. Most violations warrant a fine that the guest will be responsible for paying.
Quiet time for all properties is 10:00 P.M. until 7:00 A.M., in conjunction with Florida county ordinances. Please be considerate of your neighbors. Radios, stereos, and all other musical or entertainment devices will be played in compliance with the decibel level. The decibel levels cannot exceed fifty (50) decibels between the hours of 10:00 P.M. and 7:00 A.M. outdoors. Music played inside may not be heard outside of the property with the doors and windows closed. At 10:00 P.M., all guests not staying at the property need to depart from the premises.
All weddings and/or events must be pre-approved. A minimum $750 event fee (depending on property) will be assessed for any weddings or events. All events must meet local restrictions, HOA rules and follow noise restrictions. The guests are responsible for any permits necessary for beach weddings. Absolutely no more than thirty-five (35) persons are permitted to be on the property at any time, except homes that have been pre-approved to have fifty (50) persons.
Diving or jumping into the pool or hot tub may result in head, neck, or spinal injuries. The renter accepts all risk of the pool or hot tub and specifically agrees that no minor will swim unaccompanied by an adult.
Community or condominium pools or hot tubs are not controlled or maintained by the Property Management, and cannot be held responsible for any inconvenience resulting from the pool or hot tub.
Pools and hot tubs have electrical/mechanical components. These components can sometimes malfunction. Property Management, its Vendors, and the Homeowner cannot be held responsible for any malfunctioning pool or hot tub. Please inform us as soon as possible if your pool or hot tub is not working properly. No compensation will be given for a malfunctioning heater.