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Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Sun-loungers

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

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destin, FL
  • Silver Sands Premium Outlets
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Miramar Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • The Emerald Sanctuary
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the area

Miramar Beach

At this cottage you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Silver Sands Premium Outlets and Miramar Beach. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and accommodation features a washing machine, 2.5 bathrooms and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a coffee/tea maker and an iron/ironing board are also available. .Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, gym, Hot tub and sauna. Other amenities include a games room and barbecues.
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What's nearby

  • Silver Sands Premium Outlets - 10 min walk
  • Sandestin Golf Resort - Raven, Burnt Pine, Baytowne, The Links - 3 min drive
  • Sirens at the Beach - 3 min drive
  • Golf Course At Seascape Resort - 3 min drive
  • The Village of Baytowne Wharf - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Surf Hut - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Drakes Escape Mainsail Beach Cottage 41 -- 4 Bdrm slps 10 beach service provided

Drakes Escape Mainsail Cottage 41 Destin Florida
CLOSEST COTTAGE IN MAINSAIL TO THE BEACH!! Weekly rental March thru October includes a beach set up, two chairs and an umbrella daily! $400 value!!
Sleeps 10 in beds! Only mainsail cottage with these accommodations!
Lovely completely renovated, Four-bedroom, single-family, cottage home ! Lovely beach decor will please all! This great home features four bedrooms, two-and-one-quarter baths, and much more! Sleeps up to ten people. Fully-equipped kitchen, including crock pot, griddle, blender coffee maker. Laundry facilities in cottage, and separate dinette area.
Linens are provided, including beach towels!


This gated Mainsail community offers private, Gulf coast, white-sand beach... on the Emerald Coast. Walk to beach - less than 100 yards with NO ROADS TO CROSS. Included are two pools (one heated) with co-
located kiddie pools. Beach service for two (umbrella and two chairs) provided daily at no additional charge. Conveniently located with access to shopping, restaurants, and entertainment all within walking distance. Quiet during the winter months for a peaceful getaway!
MAXIMUM of 3 cars for parking.
*Community amenities such as pools, hot tub, tennis courts, etc.. are subject to closure due to weather, safety, or at community discretion. Refunds will not be issued due to community amenities being closed.
*Cable and WiFi Internet are provided. Host is not liable for any refund or credit should there be any interruption of service.

*Golf carts, trailers, campers, and skateboards are not permitted in the community
* Security cameras are present in common community areas such as pools, security gate, workout room, etc...

* Note: Until Confirmed, Rates Are Subject to Change Without Notice.
* No smoking
* Guests must have someone over 25 to check in.

Keywords: House

Property manager

Chris Simpson Drake

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

4 Bed Beach Cottage Now Booking for Fall Months!
4 Bed Beach Cottage Now Booking Spring Summer Weeks!

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Drakes Escape Mainsail Beach Cottage 41 -- 4 Bdrm slps 10 beach service provided?

Yep, Drakes Escape Mainsail Beach Cottage 41 -- 4 Bdrm slps 10 beach service provided is a short 10-minute walk from Miramar Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and waterskiing. You can also find motor boats.

Is there a spa on site at Drakes Escape Mainsail Beach Cottage 41 -- 4 Bdrm slps 10 beach service provided?

No, there is no spa at this property. The Emerald Sanctuary is a short 12-minute walk away.

Does Drakes Escape Mainsail Beach Cottage 41 -- 4 Bdrm slps 10 beach service provided have a pool?

Take your pick from a heated pool, a communal pool and an outdoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Drakes Escape Mainsail Beach Cottage 41 -- 4 Bdrm slps 10 beach service provided?

Drakes Escape Mainsail Beach Cottage 41 -- 4 Bdrm slps 10 beach service provided features a heated pool, an outdoor pool and 1 hot tub.

What makes Drakes Escape Mainsail Beach Cottage 41 -- 4 Bdrm slps 10 beach service provided a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and private balconies help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Drakes Escape Mainsail Beach Cottage 41 -- 4 Bdrm slps 10 beach service provided.

Is there a private hot tub at Drakes Escape Mainsail Beach Cottage 41 -- 4 Bdrm slps 10 beach service provided?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Drakes Escape Mainsail Beach Cottage 41 -- 4 Bdrm slps 10 beach service provided?

No, Drakes Escape Mainsail Beach Cottage 41 -- 4 Bdrm slps 10 beach service provided does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Drakes Escape Mainsail Beach Cottage 41 -- 4 Bdrm slps 10 beach service provided?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Drakes Escape Mainsail Beach Cottage 41 -- 4 Bdrm slps 10 beach service provided?

No, pets are not allowed.

Drakes Escape Mainsail Beach Cottage 41 -- 4 Bdrm slps 10 beach service provided Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bethany C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Beach trip
The house was perfect for our family of 9. Beds were comfy, location was perfect, house was cozy. The only thing I would suggest is be ready to purchase toilet paper, paper towels, laundry detergent, spices, trash bags, shampoo and soap. However, we would definitely return again!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany S., Lexington, KY

Liked: Cleanliness
Couldn’t Ask for Better
Our family vacation went off without a hitch! The cottage was very spacious! We had plenty of room to spread out with our families. The beach was a very easy walk across the parking lot and didn’t have to worry about climbing/descending stairs at all, my parents greatly appreciated this! Location was perfect, close to all things food and shopping! And we couldn’t have asked for a better host! He was available within a very short amount of time to answer any questions we had! Thank you again for sharing your home with us! We hope to book again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerri G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this cottage. The location within the complex is ideal -- centrally located between two pools, sets of grills, and a close walk to the beach. The cottage had plenty of room for all of our adults, with comfortable beds and all of the amenities of home. We enjoyed evenings on the large back patio -- so peaceful and comfortable. We would definitely reserve this cottage again when visiting Miramar Beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Location!
The Drake Cottage is super convenient to everything including the beach! However, it is away from the heavy congestion of downtown Destin. The cottage was a perfect fit for our family and the proximity to the beach was awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa S.

Great family home
We had a great time, very convenient to everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry R., Woodlawn, Arkansas

Liked: Cleanliness
Miramar Beach 2023
Sixth year in a row using VRBO for Miramar Beach stay. All units within 200 yards of each other. Comfortable and clean with easy access to beach and pools.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kasey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome property
Property was just like the listing portrayed it. Easy access to the beach, and pool area. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mainsail #41
Very nice location. Short walk to the beach. Plenty of space for everyone. Could use a few hooks to hang up towels in the bathroom.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Property & Location!
Location is key and this property hits the target. Short walk to the beach and shops needed such as Winn Dixie are right down the road. Chris was always quick to respond to any questions or concerns. Nothing negative to say about The Drake!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and home
Very nice home with many updates. The master bathroom was very large and nice. The house was very close to beach as well as many places to shop. We Loved their was an Alvin’s Beach store and Dollar store within a 5 min walk, outlets were across the road. Also the kids loved how close Chick-fil-A was. When we go back to this area I would stay here again. The only problem was it was so beautiful we all got way to much sun.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

DAVID S., Covington

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
Nice place, good value. Property owner was very responsive and flexible when we had a travel issue. We enjoyed that the complex had multiple pools, and we could walk to the beach without crossing a street.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

brad w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Walking distance to the beach - made it very easy with little kids
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tuesday S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!
This house was perfect for our family! Lots of room for everyone. We were a party of 12. 6 adults, 2 teens and 4 kids. The kitchen is hands down the best stocked I’ve seen for a rental with everything you could need and more for meal preparation. Comfortable beds (soft but supportive) which is a big deal to us. Lovely furnishings and lots of towels for the house and beach. Wonderful location!!! The best lot on the resort. Private and quiet! Just under a 2 minute walk to the beach. Loved the perks of the lounge chairs and Umbrellas for sitting on the beach. There’s a good restaurant and bar just .6 miles west on the beach. Communication with Chris great and always was prompt when I had a question or concern. We all definitely felt at home and enjoyed our stay. Will be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Tammy W., NOXAPATER

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place!
Location was great and loved having a back yard area for the kids to play. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pat W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable place to vacation
Finding a place to accommodate 12 family members ranging in age from 3 to 71 is not always an easy task with a limited budget. No place will ever be perfect, but we had very few complaints. One mattress was much harder than one couple was used to at home. The upstairs bedrooms, particularly the one that receives direct sunlight from the balcony, would be more comfortable if they could be cooler at night. This property was clean and as advertised with all equipment in good working order. Overall, we were very pleased and plan to return next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nick I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time at Mainsail!
My family had a great week! We had plenty of room in the cottage, and having beach access without steps was phenomenal! We highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Doug W.

Liked: Cleanliness
First family vaca
The location of the house to the beach is awesome,only a short walk. All the beds were comfortable and the house is well stocked. We had several issues with the internet and cable. We did not have cable for three days and never really had internet the entire visit. The owners were great to communicate but we feel that something in the property kept us from even using our cellular data,we could not use cell phones when searching without the use of WiFi. Chris was good to call the cable company but he issue was never resolved. The house is located close the Winn Dixie and across the street from the Silver Sands Outlet Mall. Our family enjoyed out stay at cottage # 41.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant stay.
Pleasant stay for our family with two little grandchildren. Close to the beach and walking distance to shopping center and grocery store. The kitchen is well stocked with dishes and cooking pots. The actual price is higher than what is advertised as it also includes other fees such as cleaning, service and tax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Randy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!!
Cottage #41 was everything as promised and more. Great location, very clean, everything worked like it should and good response from Chris on a question we had. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Carol R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
The house was lovely and the owner was very responsive. The location is great and we really loved the patio and outdoor furniture. Sheets were not provided for the couch bed which created some angst, but the owner resolved by the second night. There was no BBQ grill on site for customer use which made cooking for 12 people more difficult than we wanted!

6/10 Okay

Janelle S.

Great Location for the Price, Some Improvements Necessary
Honest review, for being Covid certified, it was not super clean. We killed 3 cockroaches, all in the kitchen. We wiped down the kitchen countertops with Clorox wipes ourselves. The cupboards could be wiped out too, as there was lots of crumbs and such. It was really close to the beach which was very nice. Bathrooms were clean. They also have a lot of cooking utensils, pots and pans, etc., which was great because we didn’t want to go out to eat and cooked pretty much every night. The beds were super comfy and there was ample space for our group of 11. However, when you first walk in and turn on a light, you definitely notice all the light switches were filthy. Like black crud all in them. The guy (Chris) was super wonderful. Very kind and laid back. So many locked spaces though. It was kind of weird. Can’t use the garage either. They keep that locked. Only sheets available, no extra blankets that I found. Really annoying that you can only set the thermostat down to 72°. It was hotter upstairs and it was only 75-80° outside. I can’t imagine how hot it would get up there when it’s 85-90°. If you like to sleep in a colder house, this is not for you. Even hotels let you adjust the thermostat. There’s a locked BBQ grill on the patio and something somewhere was mentioned about cleaning and covid and not being able to use it. We wanted to grill the steaks we brought and so I messaged Chris’ wife and offered a deposit to use it. She actually said, “Oh geez” there’s a grill by the pool. It was kind of condescending in my opinion. Why have a grill that no one can use? Especially when it’s in photos of the property you’re promoting? And who wants to walk that far with a plate full of steaks? It wasn’t terribly far, but far enough when you’re carrying food and all the spices, fixings, etc., while you’re cooking. Apparently it’s a new grill they don’t want to use yet so they keep it there. They live next door. I even tried knocking on the door twice, because Chris told me he lived right next door so feel free to come over if you need anything. Both times I knocked no one answered. That’s when I messaged his wife and I got “Oh geez”. Overall, it wasn’t awful, but a few things they could fix that would improve the space dramatically. Clean better, give your guests a grill they can actually use that’s ON the property, and if you say you’re available, be available, and let people set the thermostat to what makes them comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Stephanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Air conditioning
The house is very nice but I would not stay in the summer upstairs was hot. We stay in spring break my daughter said it was hot. My grand son slept with us down stairs because it was hot. I would bring fans.

4/10 Poor

Sharon R.

Disappointed
This was a last minute rescheduling due to hurricane Sally, but based on the reviews on VRBO I had higher expectations. The location was not terrible, a short walk to the beach. We did have a complimentary beach chair and umbrella set up and the young man taking care of that was extremely kind and helpful. But the main complaints that both I, and my entire party, had were, #1 The thermostat is locked and will not cool below 72 degrees. It is warm and humid even in September and we were all hot throughout the night. My husband and I even ended up at Ace hardware purchasing electric fans for the upstairs bedrooms because no one could sleep with the temperature upstairs. #2 is the old, worn out, uncomfortable mattresses in all of the bedrooms. I was so embarrassed, because I was the one who had booked this property. But every single bed needs to be replaced. #3 The people that work in the security gate were very rude. They tried to tell us we couldn't have 4 vehicles for our rental, after the owner had already said that we could. #4 The stove heats up the entire downstairs area while cooking and the refrigerator doors don't close well. #5 Our group decided to go to the smaller pool to take our 2 yr grandson to swim. There had not been a single person at this pool for 2 days, but within 10 minutes of our family getting into the pool, 2 HOA members show up and watch our every move for about 30 minutes. One makes a phone call and then they both get up and leave the pool area. So I guess that we passed their inspection. One more thing, I noticed another review had said how incredibly clean the floors were, but that was not what we experienced. I honestly hate to leave bad reviews, but I DO read reviews and base my decision to rent a property based on other renters experiences. I am still wondering how the previous reviews were so extremely opposite of what we experienced. We all have different opinions, but I can honestly say that I would never stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Darla H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best play to stay and play for a family vacay!!!
We were impressed from the moment we arrived. The house was immaculate!. We all take our shoes off at the door and later that evening when we were getting the kids ready for bed, their feet were still clean! The yard and surroundings were perfect for little ones to play outside. The pools were clean, the grounds were beautiful, just a short walk to the beach, and the beach amenities were the best we've experienced anywhere.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eddie H., Sheridan, Arkansas

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We enjoyed the house and the beach, Charlie and Chris was excellent to work with. Great experience
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019