Relaxing on Our Balcony
Location: Island Sands, Okaloosa Island, Fort Walton Beach, Florida Main North West, Florida North West, Florida, USA (Off Hwy 98 & at Ft Walton Beach Bridge/6mi W. of Destin) View Map
Accommodations: Condo, 1 Bedroom + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 1.5 Baths (Sleeps 2-5)
Keywords: Vacation Condo, Vacation Home, Gulf Front Condo, Beach Front Condo, Prime Gulf Front, Ocean Front Condo, Waterfront condo
BREATHTAKING GULFRONT VIEW! ONLY 100 FT TO THE BEACH! From our balcony you can almost "reach out & touch" the water. Comfortable and relaxing! Customers say it's the "cleanest, beach condo they have ever stayed in" and "the accommodations are fabulous, especially the ample supply of fresh linens". A vacation you will remember!
Enjoy the view & the amenities of our 3rd floor, end unit, gulf-front condo at Island Sands. AN END UNIT MAKES A BIG DIFFERENCE IN YOUR VIEW!! (Check out our guest comments). A large side, picture window & 2 large sliding balcony doors provide a panoramic view of the clear aqua waters of the Gulf of Mexico & the pristine white sandy beaches of the Emerald Coast.
In addition to the spectacular view, our 27 unit complex offers an in-ground swimming pool complete with lounge chairs and bathrooms, outdoor showers,& BBQ grills. We provide (2) "backpack style" beach chairs in our condo for your convenience, or you can rent chairs & umbrella from the friendly beach service right in front of our condo.
Inside, we offer a fully-equipped kitchen with an 18 cubic foot refrigerator, automatic icemaker, microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, full size stack washer and dryer, and all the small appliances. The oak, high-back, swivel bar chairs make dining at the breakfast bar/eating area comfortable and convenient. The bedroom has a plush queen sized bed & plenty of closet & drawer space (two night stands, double dresser, chest of drawers, lingerie chest)a private half-bath, TV and a ceiling fan with lights.
Enjoy the living room by viewing the beautiful Gulf of Mexico through the double six foot glass balcony doors (facing directly south) with a westward picture window. Or, watch your favorite TV show or play DVD's as you relax on one of the two comfortable, queen size sleeper sofas. You can play CD's, listen to your IPOD or radio on our small stereo system with IPDO docking station.
We offer FREE Wireless Internet, all linens, including beach towels, liquid hand soap,dish soap and dishwasher tablets; paper towels, toilet paper, and garbage bags are provided. You'll also find coffee filters and sugar and creamer packets.
Come enjoy our vacation home as your vacation home to take a walk along the seashore, swim in the Gulf, build a sandcastle, bask in the sun, splash in the pool, play a round of golf, go shopping, fishing, visit a museum, enjoy fine dining or casual restaurants or lay on the beach under a starlit sky... whatever your pleasure, you can find it here!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Beachfront
- Beach View
- Oceanfront
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Awesome view of Gulf of Mexico from the Balcony, Living room and Kitchen, Bar-style chairs/table on balcony for fabulous views of Gulf and Beach, Telephone Answering Machine, Cable TV(2), VCR & DVD, Fully equipped kitchen, Full-size Washer & Dryer in condo, All linens including beach towels, plus Complimentary Beach Chairs to take to the beach, Boardwalk, Balcony, Swimming Pool with Lounge Chairs and restrooms, SMOKE-FREE/PET-FREE Environment, EVERYTHING YOU NEED, (except an elevator)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Museums
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- Private Onsite Swimming Pool, Water Park, Bowling, Gulfarium, Golf Courses, Destin Fishing Marina, State Parks
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Winter: Nov-Feb....$550/week...$1175/month
Spring: Feb 28-Mar 14...$850/week...Mar 15-May 14...$950/week
Summer: May 14-Aug 6, $1275/wk *Late Summer: Aug 6- Sep 17..$900/wk
Fall: Sep 17-Oct 31 .... $725/week
**Weeks run Sat to Sat,No-Smoking,(Sorry,No Pets)
11% State & County Tax $200 Damage Dep refundable.
$70.00 Cleaning Fee
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Yes! Beachfront! Guests Say, "Cleanest Condo Ever!" Free Wi Fi
Year Purchased: 2004
Why the Owner Chose Island Sands
Emerald green waters, pristine beaches, away from everything, but close driving distance to it all. Stunning sunset views. No impersonal high rise buildings! Need we say more?
The Unique Benefits at this Condo
Small Complex, 27 units - 100 feet from the beach - Corner/end unit with it's own private entrance. Extra window in living area enhances the views and the brightness in the rooms, not to mention the view! Sitting on the balcony makes you feel like you could "reach out and touch the water". Dolphins playing and Pelicans swooping in for their "catch of the day". Convenient to shopping, restaurants & entertainment, yet away from the crowds & traffic. It's a dream come true!
Owner's Map of Island Sands
My husband, Ed & I currently live in Georgia and have been visiting this area for 35 years! We own and operate our own real estate firm at Lake Oconee, which is located 70 miles east of Atlanta, Ga. Old enough to retire, but not ready to give up the "game"! We have the best of all worlds....living and working on a beautiful 19,000 acre lake in Georgia & owning a special getaway place on Okaloosa Island! We manage it ourselves and it's always very clean and neat. And, of course, the view of the Gulf is like no other!! We would love to share it with you! Please give us a call sometime and we'll tell you all about it!
Property Photos
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- Relaxing on Our Balcony - Destin/Fort Walton Beach, Okaloosa Island, FL - Florida Vacation Rental - Our Gulf-front Condo at Island Sands!
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- Dip your toes in the emerald green waters. - Destin/Fort Walton Beach, Okaloosa Island, FL - Florida Vacation Rental - Our Gulf-front Condo at Island Sands!
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- Enjoy Dolphin Watching & Ships Cruising By! - Destin/Fort Walton Beach, Okaloosa Island, FL - Florida Vacation Rental - Our Gulf-front Condo at Island Sands!
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- Westward View Down the Beach from our Balcony!
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- Pool & Convenient Bath House for Changing
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- Ahhh.....the views are spectacular!
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- Comfy bed & luxurious linens!
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- Bedroom with private half bath.
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- Sunset from our Balcony
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- Family friendly beach
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- Beach Art!
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- Big Catch on the Beach!
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- Evening Sunsets Will Amaze You!
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- Beach Playtime on Soft White Sand!
Traveler Reviews (46)
Great R&R!
Guest: June & Harold
(Louisville KY)
Date of Stay: 02/21/09
Review Submitted: 03/10/09
My husband and I very much enjoyed a relaxing getaway the last week of February at this very comfortable clean condo. The weather was cool but sunny the entire time. The view is wonderful and the sunsets stunning! Lots of good restaurants within a mile or two. We definitely want to return!
Owner response:These guests were the greatest! They enjoyed the sweet, simple surroundings as much as we do!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+.
Christmas week on the gulf
Guest: RK
(SC)
Date of Stay: 12/25/11
Review Submitted: 01/08/12
We spent the week after Christmas at Pat's Condo. The condo was very clean and organized. We walked west along the white sand beach for several miles each day -- beautiful area -- weather in the 60s. Try lunch at McGuires in Destin or at Hightide next to the bridge -- both good. This is a great get away location. We hope to go back again.
Owner response:You guys are awesome! I am so happy to host wonderful folks like yourselves who appreciate the simpler things in life! Please come back to "our" Island Sands Paradise soon! SEE YOU AT THE BEACH! PAT
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers.
Perfect for us!
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 11/29/11
Review Submitted: 12/10/11
We just returned from Island Sands & had a fantastic stay. Although cool in the shade, it was the perfect temperature for just walking, shell-collecting & kite-flying on the beach. Had the beach to ourselves!! Waking up on the ocean-front was refreshing, and this condo had all of the essentials needed to make it an easy stay. The location was great, and WAS NOT in one of the gigantic condo high-rises (which we loved). The space was perfect, clean & safe for our young family w/ 2 young children. Definitely plan on returning. :)
Owner response:What a great tribute to "our" special place in Paradise! Thanks so very much! PAT
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
GREAT VACATION & VISITED FAMILY IN THE AREA
Guest: Love this beach!
(Oxford, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 10/01/11
Review Submitted: 10/11/11
We loved the condo, it had everything we needed to feel right at home and enjoy our time at the beach. The view is perfect, and we were close to the family we came to see. The weather couldn't have been any better, and we took some awesome pictures of the sunset. Can't wait to go back!
Owner response:Hurry back to "our" Island Sands Paradise! Send pics if you get a chance! Email to me at: Pat@LakeOconee.com
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+.
DEFINITELY A PLACE TO COME BACK TO!
Guest: Mike and Mary Ann
(-)
Date of Stay: 08/27/11
Review Submitted: 10/04/11
We came to Ft. Walton beach to find a quiet, restful week and found it here. (The week before the Labor Day weekend is a quiet one.) The condo was just what we thought it would be from the pictures, and more. There were a lot of details that don't show up in the description, such as almost any kitchen gadget you can think of, plus things like soap, general cleaners, spices, and more. The electronics (flatscreen TV and wireless internet) worked great, although I did have to unplug and replug the cable modem and the wireless router--just like I have to do at home every now and then. The condo is spacious; a huge space for two. It would easily handle 4 adults or 4 adults and a couple of children. The view is just like you see it in the ad. At this condo complex, being on the third floor is well worth it for the view. The stairs aren't steep. The neighborhood is a beautiful one. We took walks to look at the nice homes as well as walks on the beach. We went to the city of Ft. Walton frequently to eat and to shop, plus made the short drive to the outlet malls in Destin. All in all, I think it's a great location. I enjoyed meeting Pat over the phone. She made the logistics for the stay quick and easy. This is definitely a place to come back to.
Recommended for:
DEFINITELY A PLACE TO COME BACK TO!
Guest: Mike and Mary Ann
(-)
Date of Stay: 08/27/11
Review Submitted: 10/04/11
We came to Ft. Walton beach to find a quiet, restful week and found it here. (The week before the Labor Day weekend is a quiet one.) The condo was just what we thought it would be from the pictures, and more. There were a lot of details that don't show up in the description, such as almost any kitchen gadget you can think of, plus things like soap, general cleaners, spices, and more. The electronics (flatscreen TV and wireless internet) worked great, although I did have to unplug and replug the cable modem and the wireless router--just like I have to do at home every now and then. The condo is spacious; a huge space for two. It would easily handle 4 adults or 4 adults and a couple of children. The view is just like you see it in the ad. At this condo complex, being on the third floor is well worth it for the view. The stairs aren't steep. The neighborhood is a beautiful one. We took walks to look at the nice homes as well as walks on the beach. We went to the city of Ft. Walton frequently to eat and to shop, plus made the short drive to the outlet malls in Destin. All in all, I think it's a great location. I enjoyed meeting Pat over the phone. She made the logistics for the stay quick and easy. This is definitely a place to come back to.
Recommended for:
see you @ the beach
Guest: Debbie B.
Date of Stay: 05/20/11
Review Submitted: 07/02/11
My husband & I stayed @ the 'Paradise' for 10 wonderful nights !! A true vacation. Pat is an excellent host....the condo was great!! We loved having an end unit on the 3rd floor....views were incredible & private....the balcony chairs are the perfect height for viewing...inside the condo she has done a nice job: kitchen is well stocked (even has a crock pot)! We enjoyed staying here & will keep it on our list for future stays.
Owner response:Thanks, Debbie! It does my heart good to share our little piece of heaven with guests like you who appreciate the simpler treasures in life Looking forward to hosting your next visit in paradise! SEE YOU AT THE BEACH! Pat
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+.
Relaxing Vacation
Guest: B & C
(Gainesville, FL)
Date of Stay: 12/23/10
Review Submitted: 05/25/11
Thank you so much for a wonderful, relaxing vacation. Your corner unit condo was great!! We enjoyed watching the dolphins from our balcony. Thank you so much for an easy, relaxing trip. Looking forward to staying with you again.
Owner response:You are very welcome! Please come again and again! SEE YOU AT THE BEACH! PAT
Recommended for:Romantic getaway.
Best Place for R&R. "I second the motion"
Guest: Jeff -n- Darlene
(North of Boston, MA)
Date of Stay: 05/13/11
Review Submitted: 05/24/11
Being New Englanders we were looking for something warmer then we had, with a healthy dose of R&R. We found a sun and sand paradise! The condo and the area are beautiful. Not to mention on the quiet end of the beach also. We walked the surf everyday to the boardwalk and back (~4 miles roundtrip), 2 books each, and a healthy tan to show back home. Wish we were still there!
Owner response:What a wonderful assessment of "Our" Island Sands Paradise! R & R is what it's all about....hope you can return again and again! Pat
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
BEST PLACE ON OKALOOSA
Guest: Kim
(N. KY)
Date of Stay: 04/11/11
Review Submitted: 04/28/11
We have used VRBO for the last several years. However this was the best!!!! The condo is beautiful, clean, and is certainly home away from home. The owners are exceptional at providing all you could want for a beautiful relaxing vacation. The view from the double door sliding glass doors is unbelievable. The ocean is right at your fingertips. The location is near everything you need, from shopping, recreation, restaurants, and of course the ocean and private pool! Strongly suggest this condo to my friends, family, and VRBO folks. You won't be disappointed. We certainly will return. Owners did excellent with our short notice FROM NORTHERN KY
Owner response:Thanks, Kim!.You were the best guests and I know the "walls" and the "waves" hated to see you leave! Pat
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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