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GS 503: Tales from the Tide

Condo on the beach, with water park

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Pool
TV
Dining
Pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Experience beach paradise at Gulfside Condominiums, with a wrap-around balcony where you can listen to the soothing sounds of the waves. This lovely condo features a full kitchen, newly updated bedrooms, and space for up to six guests. Enjoy keyless entry, free WiFi, and access to BBQ grills.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6122 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

GS 503: Tales from the Tide

Gulfside 503 - Tales from the Tide!
FREE PARKING AND FREE WIFI!!! There's no mistaking that you are in a beach paradise in this lovely condo. It has several beach-themed decorative accessories, including shells, dolphins, mermaids, lighthouses, birds, and seahorses. It also has various framed pictures of sealife and beach scenes. Additionally, you can listen to the sounds of the waves on the large balcony or even while inside the unit. Accommodations include a king bed in the bedroom, two twins in the guest bedroom, a sleeper sofa, , offering space for up to six guests total. The bedrooms are a great place to relax with newly updated bedrooms! Other features include a full-size washer and dryer in the utility closet, a full kitchen, a counter area in the hallway, and of course the wrap-around balcony.

The sleeping arrangements in this unit are as follows: master bedroom - 1 king bed, 2nd bedroom - 2 twin beds. Sleeper sofa in the living room. This unit sleeps 6


- right on the beach - no obstructions
-WRAP AROUND BALCONY
- GULFSIDE NOW FEATURING FITNESS ROOM!
- FREE WIFI
- FREE beach service
- FREE golf
- FREE snorkeling
- FREE dolphin cruise
- living room beach front
- KEYLESS entry
- BBQ grills
- elevators


Gulfside Condominiums is close to Fort Walton’s shopping and dining and a mere ten minutes from Destin, it has a rooftop pool area that provides one of the best views on Okaloosa Island. Guests can get to the beach from the boardwalk at the base of the parking area and can use a barbeque grill that is located along this boardwalk as well.

All of our nightly and weekly guests receive the following complimentary guest package:
2 beach chairs and an umbrella set up daily (March 1st to October 31st)
1 Free Round of Golf DAILY at 4 courses to choose from
* WINDSWEPT DUNES GOLF CLUB; a breathtaking 750 acre setting encompassing a serene 18 hole course
* REGATTA BAY GOLF & YACHT CLUB; a "must stop" Par 72 course on the Florida Panhandle
* EMERALD BAY GOLF CLUB; course designed by the famed golf course architect Bob Cupp
* SHALIMAR POINTE GOLF CLUB; located on the shores of Choctawhatchee Bay
1 Free Pass to a Dolphin Cruise DAILY (March 1st to October 31st)
* Morning, Afternoon, Sunset, and Fireworks Dolphin Cruise on the Cattywampus
* Beach or Sunset Dolphin Cruise on the Original Sea Blaster
1 Free Adult Pass to a Snorkeling Cruise DAILY (late spring, summer, and early fall); discover the beauty of the Gulf of Mexico by embarking on an unforgettable snorkeling adventure on the Original Sea Blaster or Cattywampus
1 Free Pass to Big Kahuna's Water Park DAILY; a 25-acre family fun park with over 40 water attractions, including a wave pool and speed slide

**Once your reservation is made, you’ll receive a personalized virtual guidebook filled with all the information you need to enjoy your stay to the fullest!**

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,310 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 - 25

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

Events

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Gulfside 503 Corner Beachy Décor Free Beach Service Great Views
1207-17763

About the area

Map
Fort Walton Beach, Florida

What's nearby

  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Shack - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gi Jade - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does GS 503: Tales from the Tide have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is GS 503: Tales from the Tide pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at GS 503: Tales from the Tide?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at GS 503: Tales from the Tide?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is GS 503: Tales from the Tide located?

Nestled on the beach, this Okaloosa Island condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Okaloosa Island Beach, Fort Walton Beaches and Santa Rosa Sound. Wayside Park and Ross Marler Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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GS 503: Tales from the Tide Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 196 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 196 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 196 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 196 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 196 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tamara D.

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

Perfect Beach Stay

Couldn’t have asked for a better stay. Area is nice and quiet and not overcrowded. Condo has everything you could possibly need. Chairs and umbrella definitely a plus. Would stay here again if I cane back to area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

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

Was absolutely amazing

We were in awe of the rental we stayed in. Was beautiful and had lots of room for the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trudy S.

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

Vacation

Loved the small condo was awesome! Perfect location!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Betty P.

Great, clean condo

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It always feels like "coming home."

10/10 Excellent

Nina J.

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

Great condo

Check in and out was super easy. Great view of the beach. Loved the chair service. Condo was clean and comfortable. Concierge was efficient and called me to let me know that early check in was possible. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Charles F.

Great place on the beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Unit was very nice and clean. Kitchen has everything you could wish for. Master bed was super comfy. Close to the restaurants on the island. Brooks team was super helpful and the guide was great for all info.Not a huge deal but note for elderly visitors. Elevator was super slow and pool being on top floor meant no bathrooms at beach level. Had to go up to unit to use restroom or up to pool when sitting on the beach.

10/10 Excellent

Jody H.

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

Couldn’t be happier

The condo was exactly as advertised. Very spacious, updated and clean. We would highly recommend. Check in and communication was great as well as the beach attendant was awesome. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Great vacation!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great stay at Gulfside 503! Plan to return in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kat M.

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

Absolutely perfect

The condo was exactly as described and was perfect for my family of 4. The proximity to the beach was amazing. This will definitely be my #1 pick next time we come. If i had to pick one thing to improve on id say the bathrooms could be updated (showers) but they worked fine with good pressure and its not really a big deal. The beds were comfortable. We had an amazing trip from TN.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana R.

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

Beautiful Condo and Balcony

Had a wonderful week in this beautiful condo. It was so clean and beautifully decorated. The kitchen had everything you could possibly need. The balcony and view were breathtaking. We would highly recommend this unit.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
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8/10 Good

MADEL C.

Lovely condo, terrible elevator

Rating Details: The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I would stay in this property again if the elevator is repaired or replaced. The elevator only came to the 5th floor twice during our stay when we were going down.
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10/10 Excellent

Paul K., Huntsville, US

Gulfside 503

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Always a pleasure to stay at Gulfside 503. The unit is comfortable, well appointed, and carefully maintained by the owner.

10/10 Excellent

Robin F., Snellville, Georgia a suburb of Atlanta

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

Better than imagined!

Our stay at Gulfside 503 was better than we even imagined. The unit was exactly as presented but the magnificent balcony and view took it over the top. We needed a peaceful, quiet retreat and we got exactly that. Everything in the unit was awesome. We will definately be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Tim G.

Vacation 23

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful experience. Location was great, condo was beautiful, and the customer service was outstanding. Definitely returning if possible!
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10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

Our Favorite place on the beach!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Gulfside is our go to Condo!! We love the privacy of the beach, the location & the guys that are always so helpful with the setups of chairs & umbrellas!! We've been coming to Gulfside for 23 years now. Don't always book same unit, but definitely always try to get this Condo

10/10 Excellent

Crystal B., Monroe

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

Best Florida Vacation

Property was exactly as listed. Perfect location with low volume condo on both sides. Left beach access easy and no issues with crowding. Condo was immaculate with plenty of space for family and all furniture and appliances were in perfect working order. Beach chair service was perfect addition to rental and the city cleans beach daily for perfect white sand and water that is crystal clear. Close enough to Destin for entertainment off the beach but removed from crowds for full relaxation. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Wonderful family vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very pleased with the condo and location. Condo was spacious for this family of 4 and made you feel at home. Very nice decor and loved spending time on the large balcony with a view of the beach and Gulf. It was great to see the dolphins at play while enjoying a cup of coffee in the morning. Made a lot of great memories and cannot wait for our return trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
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10/10 Excellent

terri g.

A little piece of heaven

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Your Guidebook is phenomenal. We got really amped up to read about what to expect inside, outside, gulfside, the weather, etc. Great info! Condo is very comfortable. Kitchen is well stocked. Living room is very comfortable & the view is spectacular

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful Condo and Great Location

We have been to the area many times over the years. This was one of our favorite condos we’ve stayed in. Nice furnishings, fully stocked and great deck. Twin beds were squeaky and one twin mattress slanted to one side. The floors had not been mopped well and caused feet to get dirty if not wearing shoes. Otherwise, all was great and everything else was very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
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8/10 Good

James Q.

Not sure about recommending to a friend.......

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed in this unit several times, as my husband likes it for several reasons. I was there this time by myself. Housekeeping leaves a bit to be desired. End tables were dusty. There was a red stain on the coverlet on the master bed. On a positive note, maintenance was prompt, efficient & polite.
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8/10 Good

A guest from Lizella, GA

Overall enjoyed condo

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Unit was nicely remodeled and equipped. We would consider location again . Siding glass door and handle needs some attention. Difficult to open and close. The beach service needs some coaching about customer service and who is the the customer. We raised our umbrella up about foot so we wouldn’t hit our head. The young man came over and told us his boss told him he had to lower the umbrella. What?
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda T.

Great location

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: If you want to sit on the patio and look directly at the beautiful sand and water then this place is perfect. On the positive side, it is roomy, clean, steps to the beach and included two chairs and an umbrella from the beach service. Communication was great from the rental company and we were very comfortable there. On the negative side, it’s older and could use some freshening up. Also didn’t like that we had to bring a hair dryer- seems like a basic item you shouldn’t have to use precious suitcase room for. I’m originally from this area and know that traffic can be challenging getting to restaurants and stores, but I would absolutely stay here again. It felt inviting and had a lot of space. Note: we didn’t really cook but there seemed to be all the essentials.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

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

Nice and clean rental

I have no complaints about the rental unit itself. It was probably the cleanest rental that we have ever had! Beautiful ocean view and easy walk to the beach. Our only issue was the building construction. We were made aware by the property manager that the parking lot was under construction, but we’re told it shouldn’t be any kind of inconvenience, just a little messy. The only issue we found with this was having to walk over dirty painters tarps trying to get in and out of the building. However, several of the other units were also being renovated, which led to significant noise and mess. The internet was disconnected several times. The mess wouldn’t have been such a big deal if we didn’t have a toddler who picked up a razor blade, paint chips and a screw that were left laying in the walkway.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Cyndi B.

Girls Week Getaway a Success! We will return!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This property is very well maintained, clean, & comfortable. The description is accurate regarding the amenities and how easy it is to get to activities.Daily, long walks on the beach were amazing. The Boardwalk at Okaloosa Island is about a 1.5 mile walk via the beach. A great way to start the day! The kitchen was well stocked, there were plenty of clean bath towels available, plenty of hangers in the closets, as well as a hairdryer in each bathroom. We will definitely use this same unit again when we return for another reunion. We loved it!For future guests, just be aware this isn’t the type of rental that has spices & oils available for cooking. You need to purchase all of that as well as dishwasher & laundry soap if you plan on doing more than a load of each.We were fortunate enough to meet the owner of the property and tell her in person how much we loved her place and how well she has kept it updated over the years. Cheers to more years of staying on Okaloosa Island!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie O.

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

Clean, stocked and cute!

This condo is super cute, super clean and had everything we needed for our beach vacay. There were plenty of towels and extra trash bags so I didn’t have to use any I brought. Plenty of storage if you like to unpack all your stuff. The kitchen had every utensil necessary and was modern. The balcony was the perfect size to have the family out in the mornings or evenings and gaze at the crashing waves. We would have liked a few more blankets but that didn’t make it a negative a stay at all. The master toilet/shower room is cramped but it fulfilled its purpose and you aren’t in there long anyway. Highly recommend using the Explorie options available to you as we LOVED the Cattywampus dolphin/snorkeling tour. We also never had an issue getting the beach chairs provided which was so great. The condo next door is closed for renovations so maybe that will make it busier once it opens. The rooftop pool was different, fun and clean. It was quiet during our stay as well. The property manager called to let us know we could check in early but we weren’t there yet but that was nice. I totally recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022