About the Bay House

About the Bay House

Situated directly on beautiful Choctawhatchee Bay in Destin, Florida, the Destin Bay House provides a unique and exciting waterfront venue for weddings, receptions, rehearsal dinners, reunions, parties and other events.  With a location close to all the resort towns of the Emerald Coast including Crystal Beach, Sandestin, 30-A and Fort Walton Beach the Bay House is the perfect spot for your event.

The Destin Bay House has the space to accommodate events both large and small. With an eight thousand square foot bay front lawn and white sand beach overlooking the crystal clear waters of Choctawhatchee Bay we can accommodate outdoor bayside weddings and receptions of up to two hundred guests. We also feature an indoor dining area offering exquisite bay views with over two thousand feet of space along with a generous screened porch. Our dock offers deep water mooring for water craft that may be part of your plans as well as a great photo opportunity with Crab Island in the background.

We are Destin’s premier new venue for all occasions. Everything about the Bay House has been designed with your event in mind. From the beautiful chandeliers and wood floors to the great sound system and exquisite exterior lighting, no detail has been spared. Our list of preferred event planners, caterers, photographers and musicians has been carefully selected to oversee and implement your vision for the perfect event.

Come experience the beauty of this waterfront property covered with majestic old oak and magnolia trees, please call for a private tour.

Latest News
Jamie + Rob : 11.19.2011

One of the best things about Destin, Florida is the weather! The weather was perfect for Jamie and Rob’s mid-November wedding. Destin’s emerald green water and that particular day’s cloudy, light blue sky matched their lavender and grey color scheme beautifully. Jamie and her bridesmaids spent most of the day “getting glamorous” in the Bridal [...]

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Chelsea + Alec : 3.3.2012

Chelsea and Alec were the Destin Bay House’s first wedding ceremony and reception of 2012. The wedding excitement was almost washed away by a rainy day… Almost. The couple recited vows inside the Great Room of the Bay House surrounded by friends and family. Guests danced the night away in the foyer and gathered under [...]

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Katie + Adam : 5.27.2012

Memorial Day weekend 2012 is extra special to Katie & Adam! They exchanged vows in front of friends and family on May 27, 2012. Guests mingled and danced then watched Katie & Adam sail away on a boat get-away! Thank you, Forever Young Images, for the incredible photos!      

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Maggie + Lewis : 5.20.2012

Maggie & Lewis celebrated their love on a beautiful Sunday afternoon at the Bay House. Wonderful weather and a spectacular sunset added the perfect touch to this simple and elegant wedding ceremony and reception. A million thanks to Christie Meresse Photography for such wonderful images of Maggie & Lewis’ wedding day!    

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Rehearsal Dinner Ready

Not only is the Bay House an ideal location for your wedding, but we can also accommodate your family for a rehearsal dinner! Your guests will enjoy the incredible views and privacy you can’t always achieve in a restaurant setting. Our sound system is perfect for light, background music; or we welcome a DJ or [...]

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The Legend of Spanish Moss

If you have visited the Bay House, you know our Oak trees are covered in enchanting Spanish Moss! There are many legends describing where the moss comes from and ironically, they all involve a Spanish man and woman who have fallen in love. There’s an old, old legend, that’s whispered with Southern folks About the [...]

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What’s New!

Hello everyone! We are very excited to announce some new additions and improvements to the Bay House since your last visit. From the end of November 2011 until February 2012 we were closed while our parking lot and landscaping improvements were made. We now have twenty-seven dedicated parking spaces (including two handicap spaces), as well [...]

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Bling, Bling, you got the RING!

Congratulations to all of the Valentine’s Day couples who are now engaged! We can’t wait to hear all about the proposals! June 9th and 30th of this year have just become available! Call (850)259-3490 or email for more information and other available dates.

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Spectacular Views!

Our Destin Bay House is ready and waiting to be the backdrop for your special day. Imagine the blue-green water as your view as you celebrate an event, reunion, or wedding. The charm of the home with wood floors, brick fireplace and beautiful chandeliers will highlight the gorgeous views you, your family and friends will remember [...]

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Kelly + Kyle: 10.29.2011

The Destin Bay House was pleased to host Kyle and Kelly’s wedding on Saturday, October 29, 2011! They stood between the palm trees on the bay front lawn to exchange vows surrounded by friends and family. Before the ceremony, Kelly and her bridesmaids sipped champagne and enjoyed hors d’oeuvre’s in the Bridal Cottage while putting the [...]

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