Resort boardwalk to the inviting Gulf waters-Destin/Fort Walton Beach condo
Location: Gulf Dunes, Okaloosa Island, Fort Walton Beach, Florida Main North West, Florida North West, Florida, USA (Okaloosa Island, Fort Walton Beach, 6 miles to Destin Harbor)
Accommodations: Condominium, 3 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 3 Baths (Sleeps 8)
"It's the Tops!" is a 3 bedroom, 3 bath beachfront vacation rental located directly on the pristine shores of the Gulf of Mexico. You will enjoy plenty of space in this 6th floor condo which has the largest square footage available in the resort. It's location on the west end top floor provides more privacy, more windows for breathtaking views and increased interior light. The condo is ideal for a satisfying, memorable family vacation, romantic getaway, or winter retreat.
From the PRIVATE GULFRONT BALCONY you will delight in viewing miles of beautiful beach, the incomparable artistry of beautiful sunsets, the changing colors of the sky, the moon reflecting on the water, and the soothing sounds of the ocean caressing the shore.
The gulfside PATIO is a great place to get a tan or to lounge in the GAZEBO while watching the children play in the sparkling beach-side POOL. You will enjoy relaxing in the Master JACUZZI after a workout in the EXERCISE ROOM or a game of tennis on the resort TENNIS COURT.
You can choose to enjoy cooking a gourmet meal in the large fully-equipped kitchen, grilling in the BBQ area on the grounds in a picnic-style setting or dining in one of the many nearby casual or fine restaurants.
It is a short stoll over the resort DUNE WALKOVER to swim in the inviting Gulf waters, build sandcastles, or to begin a peaceful walk along the silky soft sand. You will be in walking distance of the Okaloosa Island Fishing pier and numerous restaurants and conveniently located close to family attractions and water sports and shopping.
Come and vacation right on the Gulf of Mexico on 426 feet of beautiful beach on Okaloosa Island. This barrier island is the crown jewel of the Emerald Coast because of the its cool, soft, stunningly white sand, gentle dunes, protected sea oats, and sparkling blue-green water with miles of unoccupied peaceful and unspoiled beach with nothing but protected sand dunes on one side and the beautiful ocean on the other. You will forever remember the natural beauty of this island water wonderland.
AREA LOCATION, AMENITIES AND ATTRACTIONS
The resort is nestled half way between Pensacola and Panama City in the NW Florida Panhandle on peaceful Okaloosa Island in Gulf Dunes Resort. The sugar white sands and emerald green waters that stretch for nearly 25 miles have earned this area the rating as “Number One Beach in the South” by readers of Southern Living Magazine.
Okaloosa Island is the Gulf front section of Fort Walton Beach and is located just across Brooks Bridge from the main town. It is a water wonderland surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico, the Choctawhatchee Bay and Santa Rosa Sound. This barrier island is a national treasure because of its miles of undisturbed soft, stunningly white sand, gentle sand dunes, sea oats, and the breathtaking colors of the water. It is connected to Fort Walton Beach on the west and Destin on the east by bridges.
Among the leisure activities available to vacationers are shopping, sightseeing, swimming, surfing, parasailing, Kayaking, jet skiing, deep sea/fresh water fishing, boating, water skiing, snorkeling, scuba diving, and golfing (including miniature golf for the kids), cinema and live theatre. The nearby Gulfarium, less than a mile away, is the oldest aquarium in the country with dolphin and sea lion shows performed several times daily. The Fishing Pier and Boardwalk are in walking distance where you will find several Gulf front restaurants, snack bars and shops.
Just across the Brooks Bridge in town is the historic Indian Temple Mound and Museum, the Camp Walton Schoolhouse and the Children’s Science Museum . Next to the museum is Brook’s Landing where people enjoy strolling through the park, lounging on the grass under the oaks, or sitting under the gazebo watching the boats cruising through the Santa Rosa Sound. There are many stores and shops in the bustling town of Fort Walton Beach and its adjoining town, Mary Esther. A 10 minute drive takes you to Santa Rosa Mall with its large retail stores such as Dillards, Sears, Penny’s, Belks, Old Navy, and many shops.
Five miles east is Destin Harbor with its many water sports, restaurants, shops, and charter fishing boats at HarborWalk Village. Popular attractions in nearby Destin are Big Kahuna’s Water Park and The Track Family Recreation Center, Destin Commons Mall. Silver Sands Designer Factory Stores in Miramar Beach is just 30 minutes away where you can ‘shop till you drop’ at over 100 factory stores.
The many amenities this area offers and the peaceful island setting of the condo assures that this is a great place for a family vacaation and friends to gather to relax, enjoy one another and have a great time. It's location makes this condo the perfect romantic getaway. Snowbirds seeking a winter getaway will enjoy the heated pool, area amenities and the mild winters of the Emerald Coast.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Elevator
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (4) : Two of twin beds are rollaway beds.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: Family-oriented
- CD Player
- Shared Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Balcony: Balcony off living area and Master bedroom.
- Gazebo
- View/Location
- Beachfront
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- Other Amenities
- High chair, beach toys, extra chairs, beach umbrella
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- 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
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Winter: 10/31/09 - 02/26/2010..$169/nt; $994/wk; $2199/mo Jan/Feb.
Spring: 02/27 - 03/12 and 04/17 - 05/21 .. $234/nt; $1399/wk
Spring Break: 03/13 - 04/16 .. $267/nt; $1690/wk
Early Summer: 05/22 - 06/25 .. $$304/nt; $1995/wk
Peak Summer: 06/26 - 08/06 .. $334/nt; $2226/wk
Late Summer Special: 08/07 - 08/13 .. $304/nt; 1995/wk
Cleaning Fee: $125; Tax: 11%; Deposit: $300; Booking Fee: $25
Sat. to Sat. during peaks. Holiday rate Nov/Dec: $167/nt $1,000/wk
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- Resort boardwalk to the inviting Gulf waters-Destin/Fort Walton Beach condo - Destin, FL - Florida Vacation Rental Condominium
- Spacious dining area - Destin, FL - Florida Vacation Rental Condominium
- Large immaculate and fully equipped kitchen - Destin, FL - Florida Vacation Rental Condominium
- Enjoy beautiful views: Okaloosa Island beachfront vacation rental.
- King Master Suite- facing Gulf of Mexico, Gulf Dunes Resort, Fort Walton Beach
- Luxurious master bath with whirlpool tub and shower
- Comfortable queen bedroom with adjoining bath
- Comfy twin bedroom with adjoining bath and room for kids to play.
- Beachfront pool-heated in winter, Gulf Dunes Resort, Ft.Walton Beach
- View of Okaloosa Island, Fort Walton Beach, Florida from penthouse balcony
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #6364
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