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On the beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets
Property grounds
TV, DVD player, video library

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Entire condo

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 463 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

3rd Floor Bright Gulf-Front Condo w/ Views, Close To Entertainment

Island Sands 306

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This wonderful Gulf-front rental has a commanding view of the mesmerizing Gulf of Mexico. The living room will provide you access to this wonderful private balcony. You will enjoy sitting on the balcony which is furnished with chairs and a table for your comfort and enjoyment.

The floor-to-ceiling patio doors enhance your view of the Gulf of Mexico. The kitchen comes equipped with all the comforts of home, including a full-size refrigerator, cooktop stove and oven, microwave, and dishwasher. All the utensils needed to prepare and serve meals are supplied for your convenience. If you elect to not eat in then there are many wonderful restaurants located nearby as well as shopping available in Fort Walton Beach and Destin, Florida. This unit has 2 TVs, 2 DVD players, and a CD stereo system located in the living room.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 3.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Florida

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 675 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
36459

About the area

Map
Fort Walton Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Stewby’s Seafood Shanty - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lost Pizza Co. Ft Walton - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 3rd Floor Bright Gulf-Front Condo w/ Views, Close To Entertainment have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is 3rd Floor Bright Gulf-Front Condo w/ Views, Close To Entertainment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 3rd Floor Bright Gulf-Front Condo w/ Views, Close To Entertainment?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3rd Floor Bright Gulf-Front Condo w/ Views, Close To Entertainment?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 3rd Floor Bright Gulf-Front Condo w/ Views, Close To Entertainment located?

Nestled on the beach, this Fort Walton Beach condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. Wayside Park and John Beasley Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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3rd Floor Bright Gulf-Front Condo w/ Views, Close To Entertainment Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 52 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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6/10

Location is perfect. Quiet Guest services were very useful. 39 Steps to 3rd floor got tiring some days.

10/10

Our condo was just what we needed! My time is spent on the beach. Relaxing in the sun and a wonderfully soft bed to sleep in at night!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Easy process
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
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6/10

We loved the view & it was just few steps to the beach. We watched dolphins in the morning & evenings from the balcony. The king bed was very comfortable. The unit was pretty clean when we arrived, but had some small issues.

10/10

The location of the this property is everything!!!! The Gulf was our backyard which is what we wanted! The area was quiet and very relaxing while sitting on the balcony watching the waves! The only issue were the furnishings for the living/dining area. I think they were clean but they show obvious signs of wear and tear as does the carpet. We’d stay here again if only for the view and tranquility that’s offered!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

2/10

Management responded to three things that made it worthwhile to stay. But we couldn’t even enjoy the balcony due to fear of getting fetus from the table and chairs. We did enjoy our stay with amazing views. Bed is very soft and comfy to me. But needs extream need of TLC!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10

This was prob the most spacious one that I've stayed in yet and the view was awesome. Very clean also. Remotes were missing they offered to bring another one but we declined since it wasn't a big deal. No need to make a special trip. I would def recommend this to family/friends but I prob won't use it again as it's on the 3rd floor (no elevator) and I need handicap accessible but it was really quite lovely. The patio set was very comfortable and high so you could see over the balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

6/10

Pro: great view, nice kitchen amenities, close to restaurants, complimentary chair service w/ booking, big TV, plenty of towels, pool access. Cons: no elevator so pack light, poor bed quality on both king and pull out- very uncomfortable, some blinds torn down and laid behind TV in living room, and rusted patio furniture.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
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8/10

After staying at Island Sands 19 years ago, we decided to return for “old times sake.” The views from the condo are wonderful, and the location very convenient. However, our particular condo could stand a little love. There were plugs that wouldn’t work and our ice maker either wasn’t connected or wouldn’t work, and the furniture could use a good cleaning. Five stars to the housekeeping crew would did prepare the condo as best they could. Also, painting the condo inside would freshen up the space quite a bit. All in all, we enjoyed our stay, including the daily stair climbing (we counted this as exercise). And the pool was great!

2/10

We were very disappointed in the condo. The floors & shower were dirty. The mattress was very broke down. My husband & I both ended up in the middle of the bed basically a hole. There was a musty smell and the air was always a damp moist feel. There were 3 white plastic broken chairs on the deck. The tub water facet handles were leaking all over. The couch & chair are stained & dirty. The sliding glass door blinds are torn up & don’t shut properly. Honestly the view of the beach & location was the only good thing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018

6/10

I traveled with my husband and our 2 kiddos, 11 & 1. Pros: - Unit was clean - Unit's location is WONDERFUL - WONDERFUL VIEW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Cons: - Third floor and NO Elevator access ( 4 flights of stairs) - COMMUNICATION IS TERRIBLE - we got there and the door code they sent me via text did not work. So I checked my email...door code they provided via email was different but also did not work. LUCKILY I was able to text the number that text me and did get a response (We checked in on a Sunday at 4 so the main office was closed). I also had issues within the unit and was unable to get anyone to respond via VRBO. They had some other app they ask you to install and it had conflicting check out times, conflicting reservation numbers so I just uninstalled it. - THE BED WAS TERRIBLE - we were here for a week and trying to sleep was the worst part of the trip. Someone just needs to throw that mattress away - it is that broken down. It sunk in under the weight of my 17 lb one year old so you can imagine what happened when my husband, her and I laid down at night. I managed about 4 hours of sleep each night. IF YOU HAVE A BAD BACK - DO NOT BOOK THIS UNIT. Furniture - The rest of the furniture including the pullout couch looks like it was in it's prime in the 70s and it feels like it to. The chair in the living room was very uncomfortable, the pullout couch was soooo uncomfortable I ended up buying my son an air mattress. It would have been nice to sit in the living room and enjoy the view but there was just no where to get comfortable in this entire unit. This was a last minute booking for us so I was tryjng to remain thankful that we were all together on this beautiful beach but I would never rent this unit again. The actual Island Sands condo, absolutely.....but never this unit unless they replaced every bit of furniture in there. Hope this review helps someone else!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
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4/10

This unit had a fantastic view! It had great access to the beach and beach service. The unit was clean, and everything worked. However, this unit is in DIRE need of updates. The blinds in the living room are only half attached (pieces of them are behind the TV, and in the closet on the floor), and the blinds in the bedroom do a horrible job in keeping the light outside from bleeding into the room. Our first night, I couldn't sleep because the room was so bright. Someone before us left some command strips on the wall, and velcro on the window to cover it up.... plus a metal curtain rod that had sharp and broken hanging on the command strips. We ended up purchasing blackout curtains so that we could sleep in the dark - we left them for the next people, if the cleaning crew doesn't throw them away. The bathroom wallpaper is cracked and peeling off. The fairly new carpet installation is not great, and there are gaps where the tack strip is showing. We had to cover it up so that my 1 year old could walk around without shoes on to avoid needing a tetanus if she stepped on the exposed nails. The kitchen facet is hard to find the "off" position - as fasteners somewhere need to be replaced. If you don't get it just right - it will drip constantly. The bathtub facet hot water leaks when you turn it on. We were afraid that it would spill onto the floor, and cause problems for us and the downstairs neighbor. However, the sinks in both bathrooms are brand new! There are 2 bathrooms with plenty of towels, but only 1 bar of soap. The bed started out ok. It is a really old boxspring with a "newish" king size bed - and a really thick foam topper. The sheets are not "deep" enough to fit around the height, so we had to constantly fight to keep the bed sheets attached. By about the 2nd day (of 6) - we had to sleep with a pillow in the middle of the bed so that we could crawl out of the sunken in mattress. Also, the bed frame is VERY Squeaky, and when you are trying to claw your way out of the bed quietly in the middle of the night - the squeaks end up waking your significant other. While we loved the view, and the general cleanliness, for the total of $280 (after fees and taxes, $450) a night (plus having to purchase curtains and soap for the other bathroom), we don't feel it was nice enough for the money, and unless a lot of updates happen, we will never stay in this unit again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
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4/10

Excellent location but the house is in need of serious updating. Carpet is ripping up in living room, blinds kept falling off, breakers tripped 4 different times and outlets in bathroom wouldn't work in the bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

6/10

The view was great. But the condo is in desperate need of some TLC as far as the furnishings. The mattress was horrible. No support. The entrance door looks terrible. The dead bolt would not lock. The furnace filter was beyond dirty. The microwave - the protective coating on the inside of the door was peeling off. Not sure the microwave was safe to use. The couch is very worn. You sunk down when you sat on it. The chair was very dirty and worn. Sad that a unit with such a beautiful view and such potential isn't kept up better. The other units in this complex seems very well maintained.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

6/10

The rental was very outdated… rusty front door, peeling wallpaper and paint, shaggy brown carpet (in a beach rental?!) and older fixtures. However, it was clean and the bed was comfortable. The view from the balcony was wonderful! Wish the balcony chairs were higher so you could see over the guardrail though. Bring your own coffee if you’re checking in late, there were no “first morning” supplies available. Just enough toilet paper for the time we were there and 2 tiny bars of soap. No laundry detergent supplied either. With this view, this rental could be outstanding with a little remodeling and some amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10

The condo was clean and comfortable. We loved the view and can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

4/10

entry door pitted with rust, vertical blinds missing about 30% of blind, screen door detached and resting on patio wall ,torn cushion on sofa, very matted carpet
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

6/10

Unit needs updating. No privacy in living room because shades are in bad shape or missing. Rusted air vents, carpet in living room is coming up and looks nasty. Asked for batteries for tv remote on night one and never got them.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10

It is nice for two people or maybe with spouse and 2 small kids. Not for 4 adults. The beach was beautiful and the guys that set up the umbrellas were so nice. You will will need to bring beach towels, they don’t supply them and the kitchen accessories are limited. We did love how very few people we had on the beach because of being a smaller facility. We definitely would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10

It was fun as it always is on Oklaloosa Island with a beautiful view of the Gulf!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10

The view of the gulf is breathtaking from this 3rd floor condo. We will definitely stay here again not only for the view but my fiancé' and I have stayed at Island Sands four different times and we love the location and the short walk to the beach. Usually we were on the 1st level which due to the sand dunes you cannot see the gulf, I loved the panoramic view from the 3rd floor, it was beautiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
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8/10

We loved that we were just a few steps from the beach and that 2 chairs and umbrella were included in the rental.

10/10

Great place to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022

10/10

The condo was wonderful. Had a million dollar view at a great price. We would walk out on the beach. Place was very clean. A little dated but comfortable. Would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022