Sandpiper Cove by Holiday Isle

United States , Destin - FL
DESTIN , Gulfshore Drive
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48 reviews shown

8/10

Excellent

01 Apr 2018

Verified traveler

Nice place!

Nice area. Great staff, quick to respond to problems. Bathroom was a bit of a safety hazard with raised area for commode & step down into shower, Lots of outside stairs for seniors, but overall, good place to stay.

2/10

Poor

09 Jun 2017

Ken

Beware!

Beware! The unit advertised appeared to be on the water - the unit rented was not! The actual unit smelled like a dirty ashtray and was outdated and \"shop worn.\" The resort fees are very high (note they are a separate, additional fee beyond your room rental!) Management claimed no other units were available and their only solution to the nasty odor was to have housekeeping spray the place down with an intensely sweet room freshener - yuck! No refund or fee reduction offered. We stayed at 3 properties during our Destin vacation - Sandpiper Cove was by far the most expensive and the most disappointing!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Apr 2017

james

8121 Rating.

Stay was great. Everything from check in and assistance from Morgan was excellent. Some minor maintenance to the unit (as reported) and being able to get the TV to work would have it A#1.

8/10

Excellent

02 Apr 2017

Melissa

Nice place. The extra bedroom was a plus with the balcony off of it! Kids enjoyed the pool and beach

Family

8/10

Excellent

19 Jan 2017

Verified traveler

Very nice location. Quiet and out of the rat race.

We were planning on returning next year for two months but they don't allow dogs over 30 lbs.

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jul 2016

Iris

The trip was great very comforting the only problem that I had was my toilet keep overflowing

Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jun 2016

Laminda

We really enjoyed staying in the studio at Sandpiper Cove, very convenient to ocean and harbor. Grounds are immaculate, really enjoyed the quiet atmosphere. Very user friendly with a wide variety of options that patrons can take advantage of!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jun 2016

Lucia

Lesson learned!!!

Initially I booked a studio. Big mistake! Had to upgrade with Sandpiper, loved it. The studio is a pull out bed n sofa bed. Everything smashed together. Upgraded to a one bedroom, bunk beds in separate area n living room had a sofa bed. We also had a full kitchen washer dryer the works.

Family

8/10

Excellent

07 Jun 2016

Zachary

Great trip

It was a nice little condo for me and my fiancé. It was a short walk to the beach and close driving distance to resturants.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2016

Laura

Sandpiper Cove was awesome! We had private beach access just a short walk away. The studio we had was spacious and very clean. I would definitely recommend Sandpiper Covered to anyone looking for a beautiful, quite place to stay.

Family

4/10

Poor

13 Apr 2016

Brenda

Know what you are getting

This is not a hotel. This is a condo unit across a busy 4 lane road from the beach. The two beds Expedia said it had were a pull out couch and pull down Murphy bed. With them down, the only room left to move was the kitchenette (nice) and bathroom (small and dated). All making up of beds was up to us.no maid service ( not a hotel)
The wifi did not work. I spent hours of my 72 hour 'vacation' dealing with that. Finally, 17 hours before we left, I sat for two hours with a repairman while he figured out there was no router. Finally fixed This was after several blood pressure raising telephone conversations with the typical cable type people telling you to unplug it and wait 10 minutes and then replug..........Oh, the smoke detector battery decided it was dying at 4:30 am Sunday morning and proceeded to beep mercilessly. The battery was not in the back. Finally got the battery out. So it took them 36 hours to get that safety feature fixed. And, when they came they fussed that I had taken the battery out. Like anyone could live with that beeping for 2 days! The beach was nice
The taxes and fees on this place made it cost a third more.

10/10

Exceptional

29 Mar 2016

misty

Beach bums!

Make sure and take extra towels!! Lots and lots to do in the area! We booked the same unit for our next trip this summer! Looking forward to going back.

Family

8/10

Excellent

20 Jul 2015

Verified traveler

Close to private beach access

Nice place to stay, will be booking here when I go to destin.

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jul 2015

Yasmin

Awesome place!

The stay was awesome! The resort had everything needed.

Family

8/10

Excellent

26 Jun 2015

Verified traveler

Perfect location for what we needed.

Didn't have much to go on as far as reviews and we typically stay in a hotel when we visit, but took a chance on Sandpiper Cove. Overall we were impressed with the amenities, cleanliness, and proximity to everything Destin related. The private beach across the street was a huge plus. Will definitely stay there again!

8/10

Excellent

24 Jun 2015

Verified traveler

Great location and neighborhood, awful bedroom

Worst bedroom ever. VERY UNCOMFORTABLE BED. Slept on the couch every night... Alone....Without my boyfriend when we tried to get away. Weird liquid oozing out of a closet by the kitchen... It never stopped and we never figured out what it was. Had to step over it everytime we walked thru the hallway. BIGGEST NEGATIVE- The bedroom was dreadful... As i said, the bed was terrible, no overhead lighting/ceiling fan, an awful color blue, and no tv ?!?! Miserable bedroom.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

23 Jun 2015

Verified traveler

Nice condo very close to the beach

The condo was very clean.
There was only a pull out bed and it was very uncomfortable. There was no bedroom.

8/10

Excellent

13 May 2015

Chris

Best week of the beach in my life!

Everything about our trip was great. Take the water taxi everywhere! Restaurants, beaches, shopping, etc can all be reached by a water taxi. So cool. Jim on the boat was our BFF.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

22 Apr 2015

Paula

Nice hotel, bad bed

The location of the condo was great. It was nice to be able to walk to the beach. And the beach was beautiful. We also liked the fact that it was so well furnished. We did not use much of the kitchen, but know that there is a nice fridge, a good stove, useful microwave, and all what you could need for cooking. Now why the low review? There were a couple of things that were not that nice, and they really were deal breakers. First, there is a big window/door which has nothing but a curtain. Even though the glass seemed to have some kind of stain, we did not think the curtain offered much privacy. Second, (and it's getting worse as I go), there was a big step in the bathroom. I tripped on it a million times. Once I did as I was stepping back and if my husband wasn't close, I would have hit my head to the border of the bathtub. Very dangerous. And last and most disappointing: the bed. The bed was super uncomfortable. You felt first that your head were always higher than your head, and you are constantly falling to the middle. It's like the sides are WAY higher than the center. As days went by our back pain grew stronger. So even though we liked the location, and it was clean, and people were nice around... we would not stay there again. I don't plan (ever) to spend a lot of time in the hotel/room when I go on vacation. But I need to have a decent sleep.
Last thing: we discovered an extra key to the apartment under the door mat outside, which could be seen without much effort.

10/10

Exceptional

11 Apr 2015

Arlus

Wonderful, we liked the condo very much.

The condo was nice, close to the beach, shopping, the atmosphere was great

8/10

Excellent

08 Apr 2015

Verified traveler

Great location

Fantastic facility. Our unit needs a little updating but the price made it worth it.

8/10

Excellent

05 Apr 2015

Chris

Nice beach getaway

We were able to book this place the night before and there was no hidden fees once we checked in. Very friendly staff and security, and easy beach access.

8/10

Excellent

04 Apr 2015

Jeff

\"Condo-style\" Hotel Very Close to Beach

This is a \"condo-style\" hotel as in you are on your own once you check-in. When we did have to interact with staff, they were friendly and helpful. Only negatives were the smell of the sewer near the front entrance, and the pull-out bed was terrible - completely uncomfortable. We fought about who had to sleep on it.

10/10

Exceptional

03 Apr 2015

Nancy

A ok!

Pretty darn good place. I stayed in unit 3214 with 2 grandchildren for 4 nights. Got a really great last minute deal. Booked through Holiday Isle properties. The description said canal condo with a pic of a condo on the canal. Well, no such luck. Called Holiday Isle the next morning because we got there after hours. They said I got what I booked. So I called hotels.com and they were told the same thing after calling them while I was on hold. What a let down. Couldn't afford a beach side condo and I figured at least this one was on the water! So that is my biggest gripe with this condo. Not sure who is to blame but Hotels.com is giving me a $50.00 credit towards my next room. The condo itself was great. A lot of extra touches you don't find in condo's. One thing I would like to make known is there is no room for food. It is so well stocked with dishes, I litterally had to take stuff out of a cabinet to put some food in and I just left the rest out on the counter. Every possible thing you could need in the kitchen and even some you don't will be found! A washer and dryer was a plus. That was a total surprise. Beds were very comfortable. Some kind of small table in the 2nd bedroom would have been nice. Most of the closet in that room was taken up by the furnace, vacuum cleaner and necessities. All in all at the price I got it for I would not hesitate to rent it again. Short walk or drive to beach.

Family

4/10

Poor

30 Mar 2015

John

Make sure you know what you are getting!

When we got to the unit, it was not what was advertised. It was supposed to have two beds - we took that to mean actual beds. It did not, it had a hide a bed and a sofa bed. It was very small and not well appointed or especially clean. Fortunately we were able to go to the agent where we got the keys a few blocks away and a much better condo was available, an actual two bedroom that was beautiful. We stayed there instead and loved it. Otherwise, the location is nice, the property very quiet with lots of amenities. Once we got a nice unit, we thoroughly enjoyed it!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Mar 2015

johanna

Beautiful hotel. We wish we could move there!

Close to many fun resterants and on a beautiful beach that's privAte

8/10

Excellent

25 Mar 2015

connie

Great location-beautiful beach-quiet

Just what we were looking for - reasonable, quiet, well appointed(except for terrible lighting for evening read or projects). We loved the beach, on site restaraunt. We'd return.

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jan 2015

Ulrich

A Great Time in Destin

We traveled with our two teenage daughters, so having a small apartment instead of just a single room was wonderful. The kitchen was fully equipped, which allowed us to have breakfast in the room. The location was ideal, having a section of the beach as part of the property. We will definitely be back.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

31 Oct 2014

aaron

Sandpiper Cv. Review

Stayed for 5 days and enjoyed the coast. Room was nice but nothing elaborate but okay deal for the cost. We did enjoy the location and have stayed at Sandpiper Cove before this trip. The main negative thing I can say about the stay this time was they charge you a cleaning fee and when we first arrived it had not been cleaned very well.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Oct 2014

Christy

Nice condo very friendly staff

The staff was extremely friendly and helpful!! They made our stay even better! The room was very nice and pleasing to the eye. The only complaint we had is that the bed was a hide a bed into the wall and very very uncomfortable. I would absolutely stay here again, but I would want a condo with an actual bedroom and an actual bed.

8/10

Excellent

07 Oct 2014

Verified traveler

it was great, the only thing is that I wasn't able to sleep on the bed with my husband. the mattress was bending in the middle... I slept on the sofa (couldn't sleep on the open sofa bed cause it was horribly uncomfortable too) besides that, it was a great place... the location was ideal!

8/10

Excellent

24 Sep 2014

Bruce

Great for the money!

Registration for hotel was a little hard to find and one of the kitchen chairs was broken but other then that great place very close to the beach also

10/10

Exceptional

10 Sep 2014

Georgia

Great Beach Spot!

I enjoyed my stay. The room was so cute and the neighbors were so nice. I walked to the beach every day of my stay and soaked in the hot tub each night. I will definitely return!

10/10

Exceptional

04 Sep 2014

Jody Knowland

Very cozy and access was awesome

We waited til the last minute because of work schedule when we booked this . We arrived at 11 pm and instructions was awesome from key box to our room down the street . This room had a Murphy bed and to my suprise it worked out great . Beach access and beach parking was private and right accross the street . The little resturant on the beach was fresh , clean and very very delicious . From the fresh fish sandwiches to homemade burgers , to Hugh fruit bowls . It was perfect . We will stay at one of these property's again. We was treated very very nice and with respect. Hats off to all the guards in the entrance to the friendly gentleman who checked us out . Friendliness with a smile goes a million miles . Thank you from J & A

10/10

Exceptional

18 Aug 2014

Kimberly

Perfect

We absolutely loved everything about our stay. We will definitely stay here again.

8/10

Excellent

14 Aug 2014

CSG

Spend vacaton

It was really nice place. The beach of hotel is wondeful...

8/10

Excellent

09 Aug 2014

Verified traveler

Close to all access of beach and pools

Overall good experience
Good location and staff friendly.
Grounds well kept easy access to all facilities .
Little golf chiomh and putting area was fun.

10/10

Exceptional

06 Aug 2014

Verified traveler

We loved it!!!

We booked through Hotels.com strictly on the reviews of others. We had never been to Destin, so we had no clue of the area. Just as

Family

2/10

Poor

28 Jul 2014

Verified traveler

Stunk like grape cigarillos and cigarette smoke

This place was just..... nasty. IT stunk inside, we were told there would be a minfridge would be there for my partner's insulin (no, had to call and see if they even had one available). Remote to TV did not work because we wanted to leave the tv on while we slept since the people next door were loud. The 104 \"bar\" closed 40 minutes before advertising (we were gonna get 1 drink. The place just smelled really bad and looked dingy. I would recommend anywhere else. The only thing nice about this place was the location.

6/10

Pleasant

23 Jul 2014

Suzetta

Should have just stayed at a hotel

Slept 4 but in one room, beds uncomfortable and room VERY dated! NEEDS UPDATED FACILITIES . Best thing to say was hot water and good water pressure in shower.
$139 a night turned into $200 a night after fees and taxes

6/10

Pleasant

15 Jul 2014

Lynn

Close to beach

The accomodations were misrepresented (no rooms) and the price was misquoted (paid an extra $40 per night)..

Family

8/10

Excellent

13 Jul 2014

Jay Deaton

Destin vacation

Sandpiper condo was nice. Clean room, security gate, nice people and staff at the condo. Destin Beach is beautiful, clear water, white sand, great for kids. On the down side we had to cross a busy road to go to the beach. Our air condition unit broke and had to be repaired. The pool closed for one day for repairs. The condo rental company charges a $50 a night fee. Overall we were happy and had a good time.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

13 Jul 2014

A.C

The staffing at Sand Piper Cove was nice, but I did not directly deal with them. I had to deal with another reality company down the street. I feel that the staffing at the reality company was not that hospitable. Check in time was at 5 pm and check out time for 10am. I feel that the check in time should be a few hours earlier. I also didn't expect to have a room with Murphy's bed. The room was very nice and clean but it didn't match the pictures associated with this ad. Great location, great beach access, very quit and clean. I will definitely stay here again despite my problem with the check in time.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jul 2014

candi G

excellent condo! we will stay here again in september

Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jun 2014

Joe

Sandpiper Cove was Perfect!

Sandpiper Cove was a great place to stay in Destin. We were right on the beach and had excellent accommodations! The only issue we had was that there was no blow dryer in the room but that was easily solved with a quick trip to buy one. The room was immaculate and the price very reasonable. We will definitely return to Sandpiper Cove!

Family

8/10

Excellent

15 Jun 2014

Daniel and Terr

Nice condo ,close to the beach ,

Loved the stay. Didnt want to leave ,but freezer wouldnt keep food frozen

8/10

Excellent

09 Jun 2014

Kellie

Everything was perfect. I couldn't have ask for anything more. We had a wonderful trip. Will keep them in mind for next time.

Family

8/10

Excellent

29 Jul 2012

Djustman

Great place, great time

My wife has o.c.d. about cleanliness and has to inspect any hotel room before she will allow us to stay. With this in mind, we were very nervous booking this online. It was not a disappointment however. All the condo are owned and furnished by individuals so I can't speak for all, but ours was great. The staff was excellent. Very family oriented place, very nice beach that couldn't have been anymore convenient, cute golf course that was very kid friendly. I could go on and on but to some it up, we had a great time and our lodging was a large part of that. We will return there many times in the future and will stay here evrytime. They are all over priced in my opinion, but this is definitely the best bang for your buck!