2008 Southern Living Readers’ Choice Award for Best Beach Town & Family Vacation
Location: Sunset Cottages, Okaloosa Island, Fort Walton Beach, Florida Main North West, Florida North West, Florida, USA (Destin/Fort Walton Beach/Okaloosa Island) View Map
Accommodations: Condominium, 1 Bedroom + Bunk Area, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-6)
Voted 2008 Southern Living Readers' Choice Award for Best Beach Town and Family Vacation!!
Free High Speed Internet Connection!! Surf the Web at the Beach!
The Sea Shell condo is located in the cozy 19 unit Sunset Cottages complex on Okaloosa Island in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. It is “Gulf Side”, just 100 yards from the sand, so no roads to cross and you can be relaxing on the beach in minutes!
You will love your spectular 2nd floor views of the “sugar sand beaches and emerald waters” of the Gulf from the many windows and 2 balconies. Inside there is a spacious 800 sq.ft. for you to lounge and relax which includes; large great room, large bedroom and bath, recently built in 2000. The décor reminds you of the soft relaxing colors of the sand and sea, and of course Sea Shells.
Combine your awesome views with the ocean breeze and there is no better way for you to spend the evening after a day of fun in the sun.
The large great room includes a spacious fully equipped kitchen, dining area with a dining table that seats up to 6 people, and living area. The living area includes a queen-size sleeper sofa, loveseat, tv with full cable, dvd/vcr, and a stereo. The great room has two large windows and french doors opening onto a second balcony with views of the Gulf.
The large bedroom has its own private additional entrance to the bathroom, a king-size bed with a top of the line pillow-top mattress, tv with dvd/vcr and full cable, and a private balcony. There is a spacious hallway with built-in twin bunk beds.
The condo can sleep up to six people.
The unit is equipped with washer, dryer, blow dryer, ironing board, and iron. Many other basic supplies are provided for your comfort and convenience.
The Sunset Cottages complex has a private pool with restrooms, outside shower and a large deck area for chillin and grillin.
The condo is located just minutes away from great family entertainment including: amusement parks, boating excursions, charter fishing, Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier, golf, go-carts, The Gulfaruim, mini-golf, parasailing, Silver Sands Outlet Mall, scuba and snorkeling, watercraft rentals, Big Kahuna's Water Park and some of the best restaurants and seafood anywhere!
We constantly strive to make the Sea Shell Your best ever Vacation Home!!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking: Private Condo Parking Lot.
- Beds
- King Bed: Brand New Top of the Line Sealy Euro-Pillow Top King Mattress.
- Bunk Bed: Built In Twin Bunk Beds with Memory Foam. Fun for the kids!!
- Convertible Bed: Beautiful "Sea Shell Theme" Queen Sleeper Sofa.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (2) : One Large TV w/ Full Cable in Great Room and One TV w/ DVD/VCR/Cable in Bedroom.
- DVD (2)
- VCR (2)
- Video Library: Lots of kid Disney videos
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Shared Pool: Private Pool in middle of Sunset Cottages Complex. Just down the steps from your front door.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Fully equipped kitchen. Everything you could possibly need to create a gourmet meal.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Everything and new.
- Refrigerator: With Built-In Icemaker.
- Dishwasher: New GE Dishwasher with all the bells and whistles.
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill: Inside the pool area.
- Deck/Patio: Nice paved patio inside the shared pool area to relax and BBQ with 2 large tables and plenty of seating.
- Balcony (2) : One large balcony w/ Gulf Views off the great room and one smaller balcony w/ Gulf Views off the bedroom.
- View/Location
- Beach View: Large Gulf View from all windows and balconies.
- Ocean View: Large Gulf View from all windows and balconies.
- Communications
- Broadband Internet: Free Cox's Highest Speed Cable Internet Connection. Just plug in your pc via our ethernet cable and securely surf the web at the beach!!
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: 25 years old.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Other Activities
- "Big Kahunas" Water Park, Snorkeling, Fishing Charters, Dolphin Cruises, Shell Cruises, "Gulfarium", Fishing Pier
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Summer '09 ...... May 21-Aug 14 ................ $150/nt . $1000/wk
Late Summer '09 . Aug 15-Sept 7 ............... $110/nt .. $750/wk
Fall '09 ........ Sept 8-Oct 31 ................. $95/nt .. $625/wk
Winter '09/10 ... Nov 1-Feb 28 .................. $65/nt . $400/wk .. $1,150/mo
August Deal - August 1 - 4 for $140/nt
To Book A Stay - $200 Dep, Signed Rental Agreement, $70 Cleaning Fee, 11% FL Tax.
3 Night Min Stay Summer, 2 Nt Min Stay other times . 25 Yrs Old Min Age to Rent.
We gladly accept VISA, MC, Discover, credit cards. There is a 3% Fee.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Sea Shell - Gulf View - Discounted Nights in August!!
Year Purchased: 2004
Why the Owner Chose Sunset Cottages
Since October 2004 I have owned a piece of this paradise, the Sea Shell. From the moment I bought the Sea Shell my goal was to make it the best vacation desination on Okaloosa Island. I constantly strive to provide outstanding guest service and the best vacation home. I want you to come back time and time again. From October 2004 to June 2009 I have had the privilege of providing an outstanding vacation destination to over 150 groups of guests.
The Unique Benefits at this Condominium
Great Location, Family Friendly, Beautiful Beaches!
The original Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier. The current pier opened in 1998 and now goes out 1262 feet, which is almost 1/4 mile. An octagon at the end greatly increases the fishing area and lets angle
The Emerald Coast Conference Center is a meeting mecca with 35,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. The 70,000 total square foot conference center is within a short “flip-flop” stroll of the Gul
Florida's oldest marine park (1955) hosts Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, California sea lions, tropical black-foot penguins, loggerhead sea turtles, harbor and gray seals, American alligators, nurse an
Located in the heart of Destin and encompassing 25 acres of fun-filled space, Big Kahuna's offers more than 40 water attractions, including slides, lazy rivers, twisters and an Adventure Park with min
For fun in the fast lane, the recreation center lets families race around in go-karts and enjoy bumper rides while Kids Country is perfect for the younger kids.
A child's fantasy museum of science, it stimulates the imagination with interactive fun and great kids' stuff like a reflecting Castle of Mirrors, "adult-sized" bubble makers, a literally hair-raising
The 6,000-piece exhibit, showcasing America's largest collection of Southeastern Indian ceramic artifacts, journeys through 10,000 years of four prehistoric tribes. The largest Indian mound discovered
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Owner's Map of Sunset Cottages
I have been coming to Florida's Emerald Coast since I was a child (30+ yrs) and I truly believe these are the most beautiful beaches in the USA!! The emerald clear water, sugar white sand, amazing attractions, and beach bathing make it the perfect vacation spot for my family and hopefully yours!!
Property Photos
- 2008 Southern Living Readers’ Choice Award for Best Beach Town & Family Vacation - Destin/Fort Walton Beach, FL - Florida Real Estate Rental - Why stay in a Hotel?
- The Beautiful "Sugar Sand & Emerald Waters" of Okaloosa Island - Destin/Fort Walton Beach, FL - Florida Real Estate Rental - Why stay in a Hotel?
- The Beautiful Beach of Okaloosa Island...Only about 100 Yards from the Sea Shell - Destin/Fort Walton Beach, FL - Florida Real Estate Rental - Why stay in a Hotel?
- View from large balcony. Eat breakfast while watching the Gulf.
- "Sea Shell's" expansive beach & gulf view from balconies and windows.
- Wide angle to capture view. 2 pics together are total view. Closer than appears
- Pool is located out the front door & down steps.Grilling area & shower by pool.
- "Sea Shell's" Great Room. French Doors lead to large balcony with view of Gulf.
- Living Area w/ Queen Sleeper, Love Seat, TV, DVD/VCR, Stereo,Cable
- Living Area and View of Twin Bunks in Hall
- Dining Area w/ Seating for 6 people. Balcony & Lg Window both w/ views of Gulf
- Kitchen Area equipped with everything you need to create gourmet dinners!!
- Large Bedroom w/ separate entrance to bath & private balcony w/ views of Gulf.
- Lg Bedroom w/ King bed w/ deluxe pillowtop mattress, Iron Headboard, TV/VCR/DVD
- Twin Bunks in hallway!! Great Sleeping Area for the Kids!! They will love it!!
- Beautiful bathroom w/ 2 entrances from hallway and bedroom!! Seashells galore!!
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