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Destin, Florida, known as the 'World's Luckiest Fishing Village,' offers visitors pristine white-sand beaches, emerald Gulf waters, and world-class fishing opportunities along the Emerald Coast. This premier beach destination attracts millions of visitors annually with its sugar-white beaches, championship golf courses, and family-friendly attractions. Destin's reputation as a top vacation destination, combined with its excellent restaurants, water sports, and year-round appeal, creates exceptionally strong demand for short-term rentals, particularly during peak summer months and spring break periods.
Destin experiences pronounced seasonality with peak demand from March through October, with absolute peaks during spring break (March-April) and summer months (June-August). Winter months see significantly reduced demand and rates, though some occupancy continues from regional travelers and events. The summer peak season can command rates 3-4 times higher than winter periods. Shoulder seasons of late fall and early spring offer moderate demand, while hurricane season (August-October) can create volatility despite traditionally high-demand periods.
Destin requires operators to hold a City Business Tax Receipt (STR BTR) and a state Vacation Rental Dwelling License, with possible inspections and compliance with local planning/building codes.
Managing an Airbnb property in Destin can be challenging due to the need to maintain the property in a pristine condition to meet the expectations of guests, and the high demand for rentals during peak seasons. A professional property manager can help by handling bookings, cleaning and maintenance, and ensuring that the property complies with all local regulations. They can also help with pricing, marketing, and guest communication.
The most sought-after amenities and locations in Destin include properties that are located near the beach, have ocean views and are equipped with modern amenities such as air conditioning and comfortable furnishings. Properties that are close to popular tourist destinations such as HarborWalk Village, Destin Harbor and Henderson Beach State Park are also highly desirable. Amenities such as private pools, hot tubs, and BBQ grills are also highly desirable.
Destin, Florida, known as the 'World's Luckiest Fishing Village,' offers visitors pristine white-sand beaches, emerald Gulf waters, and world-class fishing opportunities along the Emerald Coast. This premier beach destination attracts millions of visitors annually with its sugar-white beaches, championship golf courses, and family-friendly attractions. Destin's reputation as a top vacation destination, combined with its excellent restaurants, water sports, and year-round appeal, creates exceptionally strong demand for short-term rentals, particularly during peak summer months and spring break periods.
Destin experiences pronounced seasonality with peak demand from March through October, with absolute peaks during spring break (March-April) and summer months (June-August). Winter months see significantly reduced demand and rates, though some occupancy continues from regional travelers and events. The summer peak season can command rates 3-4 times higher than winter periods. Shoulder seasons of late fall and early spring offer moderate demand, while hurricane season (August-October) can create volatility despite traditionally high-demand periods.
The Harbor area serves as Destin's entertainment hub with charter fishing boats, waterfront restaurants, and nightlife venues, perfect for visitors seeking active beach experiences. Henderson Beach State Park area offers natural beach settings with less crowded shores and nature trails, ideal for families and eco-tourists. The Gulf Shore Drive corridor features high-rise condos and beachfront properties with direct beach access, attracting luxury travelers and beach enthusiasts. Destiny by the Sea and Crystal Beach neighborhoods provide upscale vacation rental communities with resort-style amenities. The Emerald Coast Parkway area offers convenient access to shopping, dining, and attractions while maintaining proximity to beach activities.
$455
62%
15% to 30%
$77.2K
Destin requires operators to hold a City Business Tax Receipt (STR BTR) and a state Vacation Rental Dwelling License, with possible inspections and compliance with local planning/building codes.
Property owners must collect and remit Florida’s 6% state transient rental tax, Okaloosa County Tourist Development Tax (6%), and potentially local surtaxes—bringing combined taxes to roughly 12% or higher.
Moderate | Licensing and taxes are straightforward, but multi-level compliance and inspection requirements add complexity.
Beachfront and near-beach condos and vacation homes perform exceptionally well in Destin, with properties offering direct beach access commanding the highest premiums. Large vacation homes accommodating 8-12 people for family reunions and group trips are highly successful. Properties with pools, beach amenities, and Gulf views significantly outperform inland options. Luxury condos in popular complexes and unique beachfront homes consistently achieve the highest occupancy and rates in this competitive beach market. In terms of amenities, 94.0% of properties have a pool, 53.1% have a hot tub and 90.0% have a washer and dryer.
$181.59
$265.71
$369.89
$652.78
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No cancellation fees
No contract lock-in
Just 90 days notice to cancel
Annual contracts with cancellation penalties
No cancellation fees
No contract lock-in
Just 90 days notice to cancel
Annual contracts with cancellation penalties
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+10-30%
4.8 stars
5+ years
Awning’s team ensures your home is maintained and stocked well and always ready for its next booking.
With an always available operations and support team, we’re available to take the 2am call about the toilet to make your guest happy.
We use our data and best practices to ensure your listing performs as well as possible and makes you the most money.
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Get in touch about full-service vacation rental management.
Vacation rental management is the full operation of a short-term rental property, including listing optimization, booking coordination, guest communication, cleaning, and maintenance to maximize revenue and satisfaction. It’s ideal for owners who want a hands-off income stream. Learn how it works with Awning’s vacation rental management services.
Airbnb management covers optimizing your listing, managing bookings and calendars, messaging guests, coordinating cleaning and repairs, and adjusting pricing to drive revenue. A professional manager handles these tasks so owners can stay passive.
Professional Airbnb managers handle everything from guest inquiries and pricing to maintenance and compliance, resulting in higher efficiency, more consistent occupancy, and better reviews—even while you focus on other priorities. Explore more at Awning’s owner resources.
Full-service management covers everything from listing creation and pricing to guest support, cleaning, and maintenance. Half-service plans handle fewer operational tasks, often leaving cleaning and guest messaging to the owner. See full-service benefits.
Owners can block dates on the calendar for personal use as long as it doesn’t conflict with existing bookings. Discuss your calendar preferences directly with your Awning advisor. Start with Awning contact & advisor scheduling.
Awning’s full-service vacation rental management fees start at 10% of monthly revenue, depending on property type, location, and services needed. This competitive pricing includes core management but may vary with additional offerings. See the full breakdown at Airbnb management fees explained.
Awning handles all key short-term rental management services, including:
Explore the full services list at Awning vacation rental management services.
Yes — Awning assists owners from property selection and furnishing to final setup and ongoing management so your home is optimized for revenue on Airbnb and other platforms. Start with Awning’s get started page.
Awning delivers full-service management at a lower starting percentage and greater fee transparency than Vacasa, which typically charges higher rates with additional service costs. See Vaasa Fees explained.
Unlike Evolve’s half-service model, Awning provides full operational support including cleaning, pricing, and guest communication for a truly hands-off experience. More on full vs half service.
Awning provides tailored insurance options that cover property and income risks related to short-term rental activity. Ask your advisor for a tailored quote.
Yes — Awning coordinates maintenance for features like pools, hot tubs, and outdoor areas so amenities remain guest-ready and compliant. These are part of Awning’s property maintenance services.
Pet policies are set by the property owner. Awning supports owner-defined pet rules and can assist with additional cleaning or maintenance plans as needed. Link to your preferences via Awning support.
