Christmas is right around the corner and there’s no place quite like the Emerald Coast to be over the holidays. While all Five Star Properties and Bliss Beach vacation rentals feature state-of-the-art gourmet kitchens, we know that not everyone loves cooking while on vacation. Check out three restaurants serving Christmas dinner in Destin and 30A. 1. Christmas Eve Dinner at Beach Walk Cafe Image Credit: @beachwalkcafedestin Instagram Beach Walk Cafe is located within Henderson Beach Park Inn located directly on the beach. If you’re looking for an incredible four-course gourmet Christmas Eve dinner

This year’s calendar looks a lot different from last year, but there’s still plenty to do in the Destin/30A area this Fall. Check out some of the awesome fall events happening in the area! Mattie Kelly Festival of Arts Saturday, October, 24th and Sunday, October 25th Photo Courtesy: Mattie Kelly arts Foundation Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation is hosting their 25th Annual Festival of the Arts with some provisions in place to keep attendees safe during these unprecedented times.The Festival of the Arts is one of the Southeast’s most premier art

Our sister brand, Five Star Rentals, gave you 3 reasons to visit the Destin/30A area this fall. Below we are giving you a play by play of all the events you don’t want to miss out on! With the official kickoff of Fall, expect thinner crowds, cooler temperatures, and lots of activity under our dazzling Emerald waters. Fish are moving about en masse and this is the season where you’ll see first hand how we warned the moniker, “World’s Luckiest Fishing Village.” Destin Fishing Rodeo October Photo Courtesy: HarborWalk Charters

The TravelMag results are in and Destin has officially been names one of the Most Charming Beach Towns in the USA. Florida took the lead on the most beaches represented on the list of 30. Destin took the lead for its coastal views, white sand and turquoise Gulf of Mexico waters. With three golf courses near by, waterparks, and endless inventory of fishing boats, Destin has no shortage of entertainment for family and friends. In celebration, we’re listing four of the most charming condos in Destin. Check them out below

As temperatures start to rise on the Florida panhandle, we’ve all got ice cream on our minds. It’s a good thing that South Walton has tons of amazing local ice cream shops to choose from when you’re craving something sweet. Check out a few of our favorite ice cream shops in South Walton. 1. Pecan Jack’s Image Credit: @pecanjacks30a Instagram Pecan Jack’s is a family-owned ice creamery and candy kitchen just across the street from Gulf Place directly on 30A. They have an incredible selection of chocolates, toffee, famous southern pralines,

What’s a vacation to the Gulf Coast without views of the crystal-clear waters and its sun-bleached white sands? Unobstructed views of the the Gulf are hard to come by from Highway 98, you’ll need to book a stay in a high rise or right on the beach to get the best views. That’s where we’ve got you covered. We’re giving you five of our condos with front-row seats to the best show in town, our beautiful Destin beaches. Book your next weekend getaway for late Summer or early fall with

Father’s Day is fast approaching so if you haven’t got the ball rolling, then now’s the chance. We’re giving you five Father’s Day gifts Dad actually wants. Check them all out below! 1. A New Screen Dad’s been asking for a new TV and it’s probably been the curved one. But incase that isn’t in the budget, you could totally go with an iPad or handheld device. We’re in the age of technology, and if Dad’s into that, you can’t go wrong with a new screen! 2. Vacation Who doesn’t

The ban has been lifted and we are now accepting bookings! With that being said, we know that this new normal requires exceptional detail to cleaning procedures in our homes for incoming guests from all areas. Please see our cleaning procedures below to ease your mind when booking your vacation rental this summer.   Beds – All of our linens are washed and dried in-house. Upon every departure, linens are stripped from all beds, professionally laundered, and beds are re-made with fresh linens. A bed-band is then placed around the

Looking for the perfect vacation rental to get away? Bliss Beach Rentals is your go-to for your next Destin/30A visit. We have four homes that are perfect for those looking to escape into seclusion, surrounded by nature. Check them out below! 1. Mockingbird Lane Envision yourself in the lap of a luxury vacation rental in the coveted neighborhood of Four Mile Village. Mockingbird Lane sits on a hill surrounded by lush trees with a panoramic view of the Gulf of Mexico. The views from the front porch will take your

Bliss Beach Rentals and Five Star Properties take pride in our housekeeping practices and it shows. But the attention to detail goes beyond what meets the eye. Exemplary Staff and Team We ensure quality housekeeping standards with multiple inspections– before and after cleaning. Our team is hand selected and personally interviewed to ensure they are prepared to go above and beyond the industry standard by providing five-star service to meet the standards of our owners and guests. Five Star Properties takes the extra step post-cleaning by sending inspectors to our

To Our Guests, In light of recent closures and changes in our area due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Five Star Properties will be allowing any guest that was set to arrive between now and April 15, 2020, to change their dates over the course of a 12-month period. This may be extended as we receive information on any changes regarding Coronavirus and local closures.  At Five Star Properties, we care about the well-being of each and every guest and we are committed to providing a safe and clean home to

As a property management company, we wanted to take the initiative in giving you the facts about Coronavirus (COVID-19) in our area and the precautions we are taking against the spread of this virus. First, it’s important to know the facts. While Florida is currently under a state of emergency as a precaution for spreading the virus any further, the CDC has not issued a blanket limit on domestic travel for the general population at this time. We are open for business and accepting all travelers! With that being said,