Best Romantic 30A and Destin Vacation Rentals For Valentine’s Day and Beyond

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, many couples are considering how they want to celebrate love for the holiday. What better way to celebrate than with a romantic weekend getaway with your better half to the stunning beaches of South Walton? Couples will delight in a secluded weekend full of intimate activities—like sunset picnics, long walks on the beach, and bike rides along scenic Highway 30A. 

If a romantic trip to Destin, Miramar Beach, or 30A with your favorite person sounds dreamy, here are some of the best vacation rental options on 30A for a romantic retreat to reconnect and celebrate with your love at the beach:

San Remo Condominiums on 30A

Looking to rekindle romance along Scenic Highway 30A in South Walton, check out San Remo Condominiums. This gated condominium complex is sure to usher in happiness and love. With the calming sounds of the fountain outside accompanying the stunning view of the emerald Gulf waters in the distance, the stage is set for quality time together. The San Remo 30A vacation rentals are truly a retreat with its large balconies made for quiet mornings or memorable late-night talks with your partner. With the beach just steps away via San Remo's dedicated beach access, long walks along the glistening shore can quickly become an enjoyable routine. Just outside the gates, the paved 30A bike path leads to all that 30A has to offer, including the Vue on 30A, voted best restaurant for Gulf-front sunsets. From succulent seafood restaurants, upscale boutiques, bike rentals, walking trails, and of course, the beach, San Remo is the perfect location to rekindle romance in the heart of Santa Rosa Beach. View available San Remo vacation rentals here. 

Sanctuary at Redfish

The gorgeous resort property, Sanctuary at Redfish, is tucked away behind the longleaf pines and overlooks a rare coastal dune lake in Blue Mountain Beach along Scenic Highway 30A. Featuring 3- and 4-bedroom condominiums, the resort is perfect for hosting several couples or a galentine's getaway. The expansive pool deck features three swimming pools, jacuzzis, and private pool cabanas. Two outside grills and a large fire pit provide the perfect setting for sunset smores or an outdoor dining experience. Down by the lake, a covered dock offers access to fish or board the pontoon boat (March - October) for a scenic boat ride through the lake to the beach. This property also includes a fitness center and covered parking. Located within walking distance to Redfish Village and the public beach access, guests can enjoy a delicious meal and live music at Redfish Taco, grab ice cream at Blue Mountain Creamery or head down to the beach for sunbathing or sunset. View available Sanctuary at Redfish rentals here. 

Blue Mountain Beach

With a cozy neighborhood feel, Blue Mountain Beach is a charming beach community along Scenic Highway 30A. With tall dunes, beach walkovers lead beach lovers down to the area's soft sandy shores. Rent a bike (or an electric bike for an afternoon adventure). Local favorite restaurants include lunch at Cowgirl Kitchen, home-cooked meals at Blue Mabel Smokehouse, classic street tacos and more at Red Fish Taco, live music and fresh seafood at Local Catch, dinner with the singing bartender at Redd's Fueling Station, authentic Italian dishes and wood-fired pizza at the new Mimmo's Italiano Restaurante, or a pint of Guinness and bar food at McTighe's Irish Pub. Further to the west Gulf Place town center features Shunk Gulley Oyster Bar with views of the Gulf along with bike rentals, shops, restaurants, a spa club, beach bar, wine bar, artists' colony, and an open lawn area for the kids and dogs to roam. It is a very popular gathering spot and a great location to start your romantic 30A adventure.  Vacation rental options range from Gulf Place Courtyard 29 to Village at Blue Mountain Beach to Blue Mountain Beach Condominium. 

 Palms of Dune Allen

Palms of Dune Allen is paradise found! This upscale 24-unit gated condominium complex is located along the Scenic 30-A corridor and conveniently located within walking distance to the Santa Rosa Golf & Beach Club and Vue on 30A for those who enjoy spending time playing golf followed by a gulf-view dining experience. Walk or ride your bike on the scenic 30A Corridor to the nearby popular Gulf Place Community, a great spot with restaurants, cool shops, Artist Colony, Beach Bar, Wine Bar as well as an outdoor amphitheater. Each 3-bedroom condominium at Palms of Dune Allen features a spacious living area, three full bedrooms and baths, and a a large balcony--perfect for watching the dolphins make their morning swim just past the sandbar as you drink coffee. On property the seasonally heated pool and direct beach access make a great spot for a romantic Florida beach escape. View Palms of Dune Allen rentals here.

Book Your Romantic 30A Beach Escape

A romantic Valentine’s Day weekend getaway is just a few clicks away. View Newman-Dailey's collection of 30A vacation rentals online or call one of our friendly vacation specialists at 1-800-225-7652. 

Want ideas for romantic activities to do with your partner while at the beach? Click here to read “Top 10 Romantic Things to Do in Destin”

See you @ the beach!