Month: December 2018

Blue Mountain Beach is a charming little beach community along the famous scenic highway 30A. This town is full of quirky character with an adorable ice cream shop, numerous dining options, and of course, stunning beaches. Throughout Blue Mountain Beach, you’ll also find a variety of beautiful beach homes. Serenity Now is one of the lovely homes in the area, located on a quiet cul de sac right off 30A. This home boasts all the Blue Mountain Beach charm you could ask for in a vacation home in addition to

Thanksgiving and Christmas are over, and just like that, 2018 is about to come to a close. The Emerald Coast goes all out for New Year's Eve, and here are a few of the main events if you're wondering where to celebrate. 

It's the most wonderful time of the year and we're so happy you chose to spend it with us. Here at Five Star, our goal is to be the best for each and every guest who passes the threshold of one of our homes.

If you’re looking for a large and luxurious beach home to rent on your next trip to Destin, look no further than Villa Capri. This exquisite vacation home is located in the prestigious gated community of Avalon Beach Estates in Miramar Beach. Just steps away from the public beach access, with stunning gulf views, and a phenomenal private pool, Villa Capri is easily one of the most extravagant homes in the area. Check out this video tour to see why Villa Capri is such a wonderful place to stay. Incredible

Christmas is just days away and Winter Break is in full swing here in Destin. However, a beach trip in December is a little different than a beach trip in July, so we’ve made a list of the best things to do in Destin over Christmas Break. The holiday spirit is alive and well on the Emerald Coast, so here are a few things you absolutely need on your Christmas Break bucket list. 1. Walk on the Beach While it may be a little chillier than you’re used to if

Whether you're dreaming of a vacation in Destin, Miramar Beach, or 30A, it's not too late to book your dream vacation home. Five Star still has homes available for last-minute Christmas stays. Check out these amazing homes and book your reservation today!

Although there are many spectacular homes along the Emerald Coast, Not the Norm is one of the most luxurious. This extravagant eleven-bedroom gulf-front mansion features incredible amenities, chic decor, and impeccable design.

In order to help victims of Hurricane Michael during this stressful time, Okaloosa County is joining together with Operation Santa Boat to provide some Christmas Cheer.

Destin has tons of luxurious gulf-front properties, so it’s no wonder why so many people love vacationing here. In addition, Five Star Properties has a wide variety of gulf-front homes in Destin with private pools to choose from. Whether you’re in search of a resort-style pool, rooftop pool, or beachfront splash pad, there’s a gulf-front Five Star home for you. Check out these incredible beachfront Destin vacation rentals with private pool. 1. The White House of Holiday Isle The White House of Holiday Isle is one of the most unique

Cypress Gem is a beautiful four-bedroom vacation rental home in Blue Mountain Beach. This 30A beach house easily sleeps up to eight guests, which means that it's a great option for families visiting the area. Take a look at this video tour of Cypress Gem to find out what makes this vacation home so special. 

One of the best parts of staying in a vacation rental home over Christmas instead of a hotel room is that you can still decorate for a Gulf Shores Christmas. Additionally, you can even hire a local professional decorating service to decorate your vacation home for you. You could have your entire home decorated for you before you even check in for your holiday stay. Furthermore, we also have some tips to help you make the finishing touches on your Christmas vacation rental this year, even if you outsource the

Winter is Destin's offseason, but that doesn't make Destin any less amazing this time of year. In fact, if you haven't visited Destin during the offseason, you need to add it to your bucket list. Here are just a few reasons to visit Destin in the winter!