Location: Other Okaloosa Island Properties, Okaloosa Island, Fort Walton Beach, Florida Main North West, Florida North West, Florida, USA (On Okaloosa Island Between Fort Walton Beach & Destin) View Map
Accommodations: Townhome, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1.5 Baths (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: Townhouse
This 812 square foot, pet-friendly, non-smoking townhouse (which we have named "Just Right") on Okaloosa Island is the best bargain on the Gulf Coast with Spring and Summer weekly rates of only $500 and Spring and Summer nightly rates of only $80 (minumum stay of 4 nights). THERE IS NO CLEANING FEE.
The top floor loft bedroom features a king-size bed (see photo), a full bath and a washer and dryer. On the newly tiled ground level first floor is the kitchen, the living room and a half bath. The living room sofa pulls out into a queen size bed. This unit also has a ground level fenced-in patio area (20' X 16') with a BBQ grill. The fenced in area is popular with dog owners as an outdoor break area. The unit has high-speed internet with wi-fi capability
There is a view (see photo) of Santa Rosa Sound (the Intercoastal Waterway) from the upper floor bedroom and balcony from which you can watch the boat traffic. It is a quick four minute walk (with one road to cross) over the boardwalk - see photo (or a one minute drive to the beach access w/parking) to enjoy the famous sugar white sand and emerald green water of the Gulf of Mexico beach.
It is a short one minute walk to the sandy shore line edge of Santa Rosa Sound (also, a great place for fishing). The fully furnished kitchen features a toaster, coffee maker, blender and microwave.
Several first class restaurants are within five minutes walking distance. Parking space for two cars.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking : Two reserved parking places directly in front of the townhouse.
- Beds
- King Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Water View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- BBQ Grill, Toaster, Coffee Maker, Blender, Dinnerware, Cooking Utensils & Linens provided
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Shopping
- Boating
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Biking
- Fishing
- Miniature golf
- Restaurants
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Spring ........ (Mar 01-May 20) ... $80/night ... $500/week
Summer......... (May 21-Aug 5) .....$80/night.....$500/week
Late Summer ... (Aug 6-Sept 30) ... $60/night ... $400/week
Winter .....(Oct 01-Feb 28) ... $50/night ... $300/week ... $800/month
11% tax on all rates. Cleaning fee included in rent. $100 refundable
pet/property deposit. Minimum stay 4 nights. Parking for two vehicles.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Pet Friendly Townhouse-Spring/Summer Rates: $500/wk, $80 Night
Year Purchased: 2000
Why the Owner Chose Other Okaloosa Island Properties
Okaloosa Island is a unique area. First, we have the incomparable, beautiful snow white sand beaches. In addition, our building covenants restrict building heights to a maximum of 75 feet. As a result no building is above 6 stories in height. Also, about half of the Island is single family residences. As a result the island has a very low resident and visitor population density. Also, the access road to the Island is a dead end, so there is very low traffic. The beaches are public and all two miles of it are open to use by all. Bottom line: Beautiful beaches, low density and low traffic which results in a very family friendly environment.
The Unique Benefits at this Townhome
We do not charge a cleaning fee. We also provide an ample supply of items in the townhouse (paper products, detergents, soap, plastic bags) and have over 40 VHS/DVD movies in the entertainment center. We live about 1.5 miles from the townhouse and are immediately available for any needs our guests might have. Our townhouse is the only short-term rental in the townhouse complex which means a very quiet vacation. Also, it is only a 4 minute walk to the beach and 7-8 minute walks to several excellent restaurants: Old Bay Steam & Fudpuckers.
Best steamed seafood in Florida! Distance & driving time from the townhouse: 1/2 mile, 2 minutes (or an 8 minute walk)
Distance & driving time from the townhouse: 1 mile; 4 minutes.
Gaze at underwater life through special windows & watch slithery alligators and the antics of dolphins, sea lions & penguins in ongoing shows/exhibits. Distance/Driving time from the townhouse: 1 mil
This is where the locals go for the best info & gear for fishing in the Gulf. No fishing license is needed to fish from the Pier. Distance & travel time from the townhouse: 1 mile; 4 minutes.
With more than 40 water attractions & an Adventure Park, Big Kahuna's offers something for every member of the family. Distance & driving time from the townhouse: 8.5 miles; 16 minutes.
More than 150 aircraft, 4,000 artifacts, 17 cockpit trainers, motion based simulator. FREE MUSEUM ADMISSION. Worth the trip! Distance & travel time from the townhouse: 50 miles; 1.5 hours.
The 6,000 piece exhibit, showcasing America's largest collection of Southeastern Indian ceramic artifacts journeys through 10,000 years. Distance/driving time from townhouse: 1.5 miles, 5 minutes.
Silver Sand Factory Stores is a veritable paradise of shopping; a promised land of designer clothes, shoes & accessories. Distance/travel time from the townhouse: 16 miles; 26 minutes.
Distance & driving time from the townhouse: 11 miles; 25 minutes.
Designed for children. 250 hands-on interactive exhibits. Info on visible & invisible color, electricity & the internal working of gadgets. Distance & Driving time from the townhouse: 2 miles; 6 m
Distance and travel time from the townhouse: 5.5 miles; 15 minutes.
Distance and driving time from the townhouse: 50 miles; 1.25 hours.
Owner's Map of Other Okaloosa Island Properties
Jim & Shirley Simpson. We are both retired Air Force officers. During her nursing career with the Air Force, Shirley was stationed at Eglin Air Force Base and fell in love with the Fort Walton Beach/Destin area. In 1998 we were both retired,living in Austin, Texas and decided to relocate to the Fort Walton Beach/Destin area We purchased our retirement home on Okaloosa Island in 1998 and a couple of years later purchased our Okaloosa Island rental townhouse (which we have named "Just Right"). We live about 1.5 from the townhouse and we manage it ourselves. We specialize in personal attention for our guests and work hard to provide an enjoyable vacation experience.
Property Photos
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- King-size Bed - Full Bath just Five Feet Away. - Okaloosa Island, FL - Florida Townhouse Condo Rental - Pet Friendly!!
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- Balcony View of Santa Rosa Sound - Only a Four Minute Walk to Gulf of Mexico. - Okaloosa Island, FL - Florida Townhouse Condo Rental - Pet Friendly!!
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- Front Entrance - New Siding, Reserved Parking for Two Vehicles - Okaloosa Island, FL - Florida Townhouse Condo Rental - Pet Friendly!!
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- Fully Furnished Kitchen
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- Living Room. Sofa pulls out into a Queen Size bed.
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- Boardwalk from the Townhouse to the Beach - a 4 Minute Stroll
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- Upstairs Full Bath with Two Sinks
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- Full Size Stacked Washer/Dryer. Washer is Front End Load.
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- Back Patio. 20' X 16' Fenced Back Yard - Great for Pets!!
Traveler Reviews (2)
Great place to stay!
Guest: Ron and Linda B.
(Tyler, Texas)
Date of Stay: 12/24/11
Review Submitted: 01/02/12
We stayed at this condo between Christmas and New Years Day. We enjoyed our stay very much. The place was clean, organized and in a good location. The condo is off the beaten path and offers a quiet get-a-way. It was as described on the VRBO site. The unit is close to grocery stores, restaurants and shopping. The beach is also very close. It was a easy quick walk down the wooden pathway to the Gulf of Mexico... We enjoyed our stay very much and hope to stay here again...
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car.
Great time at a great price!!!
Guest: hollyanddennis
(BATON ROUGE)
Date of Stay: 05/29/10
Review Submitted: 06/03/10
My husband and I rented this townhome when we came to Ft. Walton to attend a wedding. We stayed a couple extra days after the wedding to get some beach time in, and ended up having a GREAT vacation. Jim was very accommodating, and told us to call with any questions or concerns as he was only a few miles away. That was a relief (even though we didn't need any help), because most condo owners don't live near their property. The condo was just as described, if not better. The decor was cute and inviting. The kitchen was packed with utensils, dishes, glassware, cleaning products, etc....we made steaks on the grill one night and didn't have to buy a thing besides the food itself! We sat on the top balcony and watched boats going by at night, and during the day went to the beach via the boardwalk right outside the door. I'd say it honestly took 2 minutes to reach the beach- and the beach access at the end of the boardwalk had showers and clean bathrooms for the public (handy when you are spending 5+ hours on the beach)! The neighbors were friendly and our Pomeranian had fun "talking" to the other dogs in the complex. There were plenty of good restaurants very close by- Helenback Pizza was delicious (we actually got takeout and ate it on the balcony at the condo), and Fish Lipz was right across the bay and had a wonderful outdoor seating area and great view. The downtown area was cute and we found a great doggie bakery.... a lot of the stores were dog friendly, too. The Simpsons have really created a warm and inviting home that I would recommend to anyone!
Recommended for:Pet owners, romantic getaway, age 55+.
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