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Beachside Getaway on Emerald Coast

Apartment with kitchen, steps from Okaloosa Island Beach

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Wake up to the soothing sounds of waves crashing at Mar a Sol, where modern decor and comfortable furnishings create a relaxing atmosphere. With private parking, direct beach access just 100 steps away, pool access and a full kitchen with dishwasher, this apartment offers everything needed for an ideal beachfront retreat.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

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

Beachside Getaway on Emerald Coast

Welcome to "Mar a Sol"

Wake up to the soothing sounds of waves crashing...This modern apartment features stylish decor, comfortable furnishings, and all the amenities you need for a relaxing stay. Walk directly from the building onto the sandy shores. With proximity to local attractions in Destin and a serene beach atmosphere, this beachfront apartment is the perfect retreat for those seeking sun, sand, and tranquility!

Unit Includes
- Private parking
- 100 steps from the sand! Beach Access
- Pool Access
- Full Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- One bedroom
- Full Bathroom
- 10 minutes from buzzing city of Destin
- Less than 5 minutes to grocery store and local restaurants
- 24/7 Property Management Available for any of your needs

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating 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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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.

About the area

Map
Fort Walton Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Fort Walton Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪FUBAR Pizza Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Ave - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ali's Bistro - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Bavarian's Wirtshaus - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beachside Getaway on Emerald Coast have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Beachside Getaway on Emerald Coast pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Beachside Getaway on Emerald Coast?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beachside Getaway on Emerald Coast?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachside Getaway on Emerald Coast?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beachside Getaway on Emerald Coast located?

Located in Okaloosa Island, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Santa Rosa Sound and Okaloosa Island Beach. Fort Walton Beaches and Ross Marler Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Beachside Getaway on Emerald Coast Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday Weekend getaway

We loved our stay and our accommodations. We recommend this property to ours.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ashley s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family

Amazing place to stay with our family. Everything we wanted in more for our family vacation. Will be definitely booking again here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

SlapHappy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The staff here are accommodating and very friendly and attentive, the condo was clean and everyrhing worked perfect for us ! Not to mention met some really nice neighbors as well. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Vicki O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, reasonable price. The bed definitely needs an upgrade, but besides that all was good.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was great as well as communication with the host. Everything was clean and well kept. Easy to walk to the beach only taking about a minute. I gave 4 stars only because no air in the bathroom in apt 119. And bed was super creaky. Probably will wake up anyone in the room when getting up or turning over. Other than that. Everything was great. Will consider for next time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

EXCELLENT STAY!

We stayed for 8 nights at this property and it was perfect! The location was great, right in the middle of everything so we had plenty of choices of what beach to try each day. At night, the kids had a blast going to the beach right by the property to look for ghost crabs. The area can get busy on the main streets, but the property was very quiet and peaceful. Management was very responsive for even simple questions. The unit was very clean and looked just like the photis in the listing. We have absolutely no complaints and would be happy to stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary & Jerri H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved this place

Great place, so close to the beach! Gabriela was great with communication and treating us special! We would definitely come back.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pros: Close to beach, nicely appointed, nice linens, dishes, etc. pool was lovely. Cons: did not sleep 4 as advertised. We only had 3 so someone had to sleep on couch and it worked but it was not ideal. Bedroom has
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Leigh Ann N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice location just not cleaned

The location is amazing. Beach across a small side street. The room itself was nice but the floors were clearly not cleaned. I have an infant and within 5 mins of being on the floor her knees and legs were black bc of how dirty the floor was. We would have asked for it to be cleaned but it states that they charge you for more cleaning. Other than that we had a great stay, the pool is beautiful not many people were ever in it and our neighbors were very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
The best part of the stay was being close to the beach. However, the listing is very deceitful. They boast all the amenities available yet they aren’t. You are in a very cramped remodeled apartment. You cannot lock the doors from the inside so if you have children you have to be mindful as they can easily open the doors and get out. Also they did not leave any supplies to clean with such as trash bags or packets for the dishwasher. Additionally, the bedding and couch seemed to not be cleaned well. Be mindful of this booking and don’t expect very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Perfect Affordable Getaway

Our hostess Gabriella was amazing- very responsive and attentive to questions leading up to our stay. The perfect location! The shortest walk to the beach (just across the parking lot). We walked over to drink our morning coffee and watch the surfers. Great location! When we booked, the google street view didn't show the updated building, but recent google images did. They've done a great job with this place. There is a mix between short term rentals and apartment tenants. Well maintained! Bottom floor facing the beach side- perfection. Everything you need. We will definitely be staying here again and hopefully in this room!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good Value for sure!

Apt. 118, (listed as 114) The apartment inside was as pictured. There is absolutely no view of the beach-which is pictured in listing, but you are able to get to the beach very quickly and easily! We had everything we needed there- kitchen items, ice maker, beach towels, paper towels, trash bags, and coin laundry was available. (Take quarters with) The host was very sweet and provided coffee and a special gift basket for us. It was very appreciated! The only complaints I have are probably a matter of personal taste- I would highly recommend a real sofa and a couple of real chairs to eat at the countertop, and there is a need for some hooks to hang up beach towels and suits. The bed was comfortable and it was a quiet area. We used the pool a lot when we were not at the beach, there was never more than 2 other people in it. Neighbors were nice and recommended a pizza place within walking distance, as well as let us know about the fireworks. There was construction going on a few doors down, but it really didn’t bother us much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Jerson O.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Nice location, nice beach, the host can improve communication.

The listing description mentioned ‘breathtaking’ ocean view and unfortunately it wasn’t the case. The address and unit number provided first via the app was to an unit on the first floor that was under construction, the host claimed there was an AC issue on that one then moved us to another unit on the first floor on an adjacent bldg. Then that one was also on the first floor and without an ocean view, we requested to be placed on an unit with advertised view. They got back to us late that day and offered a free week on another occasion or a full reimbursement (if we wanted to leave), the host claimed there was a fire on the unit with the ocean view. After traveling the whole day we were exhausted and decided to stay and requested a partial reimbursement. A duct vent cover fell on my head, which I immediately informed, the host said they would send someone to fix it the next morning, they actually sent someone several days later after I reminded them to do so. The partial reimbursement also took many days and a lot of back and forth, but they finally did it. The unit looked OK, similar to shown on the pictures (except for the lack of ocean view). The beach is very close by. The only problem was that the water wasn’t crystal clear since there was algae (and dead fish). Seems like there is something called JuneGrass that may happen in June and July. It’s basically algae that naturally happens and sometimes kills some fish.There is a social media group that helps find reports
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024