Stunning views of our gorgeous beach from our 5th floor balcony at Island Echos!
Location: Island Echos, Okaloosa Island, Fort Walton Beach, Florida Main North West, Florida North West, Florida, USA (Island Echos Resort on Beautiful Okaloosa Island near Destin) View Map
Accommodations: Condo, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: Gulf Front Condominium, Okaloosa Island, GulfFront,Oceanfront
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Beach me up, Amy... to a fun, tropical getaway located directly on the beach on beautiful Okaloosa Island in Fort Walton Beach, Florida!
This family favorite Island Echos Resort 5th floor 2 bedroom. 2 bath condo has everything you need to make beach vacation memories that last a lifetime! Island Echos Resort is the closest complex to the water on Okaloosa Island!
Completely redone with new furniture, appliances, paint, washer and dryer inside unit.
Directly on the beach! Awesome, unobstructed, 180 degree panoramic views! Our 5th floor balcony is one of those that juts out so there are no obstructed views of our gorgeous beach! You can throw a seashell from our 5th floor balcony and hit the water! The surf is so loud sometimes you have to close the balcony door to hear the TV! Can't get any closer to the water than this!
Very clean, spacious unit with all new tropical, beachy Florida cottage decor.
Dolphins swimming by several times daily.
Spectacular beach with free beach service for two (seasonal).
Huge gulfside pool (seasonally heated)with a 5,000 sq. ft. deck area with plenty of lounge chairs, patio seating and beachside grilling area (3 charcoal grills).
Lighted tennis court and a gulfside shuffleboard court.
Well-equipped kitchen, pantry, with brand new microwave, dishwasher, fridge with icemaker, stove and oven. Breakfast counter with two barstools.
Large dining room seats six and views of the water.
Spacious Living room with beautiful 5th floor view of sparkling emerald-green waters with brand new furnishings including a queen sleeper sofa, love seat, Cable/HBO, TV, DVD player, & High Speed Broadband Internet access from Embarq and Cox.
New, king bed in master bedroom with brand new Stearns & Foster, 18" Euro ultra-plush, pillowtop mattress (better than ours at home!).
Open the window and let the surf lull you to sleep and wake ready to hit the beach! Master bedroom also has a TV, DVD player,internet access, private full bath, and incredible gulf views from your bedroom windows!
Twin beds located in large guest bedroom, with TV and DVD player, next to full bath with shower and tub.
New washer and dryer INSIDE condo. No lugging laundry down to first floor laundrymat.
Free wireless,high speed internet access.
Cable TV/HBO/DVD players in living room and both bedrooms.
Two elevators from our gorgeous lobby means no wait time!
Close to family restaurants,clubs, grocery stores,drug stores,malls and the largest designer outlet mall in the USA! Plenty to do including dolphin watching, sunset & dolphin cruises, water parks, go cart tracks, miniature golf, charter deep sea fishing boats, kite-boarding, surfing,boogie boading,kayak, jet-ski and pontoon boat rentals. The list goes on and on.
Save gas! The Island Shuttle bus stops at Island Echos and all along Santa Rosa Boulevard on Okaloosa Island! Catch an affordable ride (50 cents!) to Fort Walton Beach, Destin, Okaloosa Municipal Pier, the Boardwalk, major attractions, museums,and shopping.
Island Echos condominiums is the most popular beach resort on Okaloosa Island! Families love us!
We have a superior maid service and an exceptional maintenance company for both condos and it shows!
Deal directly with the owners and save!
Easy rental process, no office to check in -just go straight up to the condo! Easy, covered load & unload area right in front of lobby and elevators.
Your family will be so happy you booked this great beachfront vacation condo for lifelong vacation memories and so will you! Call Amy today and I will be happy to send you more pictures and answer any questions you may have!
Check our availability calendar for your dates, which is updated frequently and call or email today! It's easy!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Elevator : Two elevators so there is never a wait!
- Washer : WASHER INSIDE UNIT.
- Dryer : DRYER INSIDE UNIT.
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : Boat/Jet Ski parking upon approval.
- Beds
- King Bed : Gulf views from Master Bedroom. Brand new Stearns & Foster 18" pillowtop mattress! Better than ours at home!
- Queen Bed : Comfortable Queen sleeper sofa. Entirely all new furniture in the condo.
- Twin/Single Bed : All new bedroom furniture.
- Convertible Bed : Queen
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : Free HBO. DVD movie library in armoire.
- DVD
- Video Library : DVD movies in armoire.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Shared Pool : Huge gulfside pool that is seasonally heated with plenty of lounge chairs to work on that tan! Shuffleboard and tennis courts too!
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Fully equipped kitchen-just bring your groceries!
- Refrigerator : With icemaker
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill (3) : Three grills and patio seating on Island Echos premises right next to the pool and beach!
- Balcony : 5th floor condo has unobstructed views of the beautiful Gulf. Sometimes the surf is so loud, you have to close the balcony door to hear the TV!
- View/Location
- Beachfront : Awesome beach views from balcony and master bedroom. Our beach is pristine and the water is clear! Okaloosa Island is not over developed and it's like Florida used to be! Dolphins appear several times a day! They love to hang out around Island Echos for some reason and will perform for you! Free Beach Service for two included with rental March-October!
- Oceanfront : Smack dab on the beach! See dolphins daily!
- Communications
- Telephone : Free local calls.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Island Echos is a 90 unit, Gulf Front 7 story complex that is very well maintained and is the most popular on the Island! Families love it here and return year after year! With plenty to do onsite as well as the surrounding area, no one will be bored and you will take home memories that will last forever! Email me for more pictures of our vacation rental and I will also be glad to answer any questions you may have!
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed : No exceptions except for ADA.
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations) : With limitations.
- Kid Friendly : Island Echos beach resort is a family favorite beach destination year after year! Voted #1 by Southern Living mgazine readers 2 years running!
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Minimum age for singles is 25.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Shuffleboard
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Shelling
- Other Activities
- Incredible shopping everywhere for every budget! World class golf courses,deep sea fishing charters in our world renowned waters, kayak, jet-ski, pontoon boat rentals,kite-boarding, surfing & boogie boarding,glass-bottom dolphin & sunset cruises, water sports galore, , environmental exploring, fine and casual dining (for some reason, everything tastes better here), museums, theatre,historical attractions, nightclubs for all ages, water parks, go cart tracks, Gulfarium aquarium, and just the majesty of the sea is all part of the magic of spending your beach vacation with us on beautiful Okaloosa Island!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Winter Nov 2 - Feb 28 $95/nt $595/wk $1495/mo
Spring Break Mar 3 - Apr 13 $195/nt $1295/wk
Spring Apr 14 - May 25 $175/nt $995/wk
Summer May 26 - Aug 10 $225/nt $1495/wk
Late Summer Aug 11 - Sep 21 $150/nt $995/wk
Fall Sep 22 - Nov 2 $135/nt $895/wk
Winter Nov 2 - Feb 23,2013 $95/nt $595/wk $1495/mo
Add 11% FL tax,$95.00 cleaning fee and fully refundable $200 security deposit.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Right Smack Dab on the Beach! Free Beach Service & Wifi!
Year Purchased: 2002
Property Photos
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- Stunning views of our gorgeous beach from our 5th floor balcony at Island Echos! - Okaloosa Island, FL Condo Rental at Island Echos
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- Living room view of gorgeous emerald green waters from our 5th fl. balcony. - Okaloosa Island, FL Condo Rental at Island Echos
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- Tropical, beachy living room with gorgeous Gulf view & Queen sleeper sofa! - Okaloosa Island, FL Condo Rental at Island Echos
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- Island Echos from the water. Our balcony juts out from bldg = no blocked views!
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- Master has stunning Gulf views & private full bath! Washer/dryer inside condo!
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- King S & F Euro Pillowtop mattress! Relax in style w/ Gulf views in Master BR!
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- Fun, roomy guest room with new twin beds and color TV/DVD player.
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- Spacious, well stocked kitchen has all new appliances.
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- Dining room view in our Okaloosa Island vacation rental at Island Echos!
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- Front Island Echos complex on beautiful Okaloosa Island in Fort Walton Beach.,Fl
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- Watch for dolphins from your private balcony! 180 degree views of the beach!
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- View from our beach walkway of sparkling, award winning beach!
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- Arrow pointing to our 5th floor unit! Great views and close to elevators!
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- Our huge gulfside pool and deck area! Heated seasonally Oct - April!
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- Free professional beach setup for two included March 1-Oct 31! Free WiFi too!
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- Large capacity washer & Dryer inside our 5th floor oceanfront condo!
Traveler Reviews (13)
Week of Paradise
Guest: Missie
(Mahomet, IL)
Date of Stay: 06/21/08
Review Submitted: 06/29/08
We just got back from a wonderful week in Echo Island. Everything was perfect and we would highly recommend renting it to our friends. The first thing when you opened the door to the property, was you can smell the cleanliness and the pictures they provided described the property and location perfectly. Having the use of the washer and dryer and the beach service were an added bonus for us. We mainly beached it our week, but did eat at Old Bay Steamer down by the firehouse. Yummy. Also got fresh seafood from our favorite, Sextons and brought it back to fix. The owners were wonderful in providing a notebook of helpful hints and suggestions, along with providing brochures of local attractions. Our girls did enjoy the "Just Chute Me" parasailing along with some events at "Big Kahauna's. Thank you again, and we hope to be back to paradise again soon.
Owner response:Dear Missie, Lee and Family, Thanks so much for your sweet comments about our 5-I at Island Echos! Enjoyed "meeting" you all and want to thank you for being such wonderful guests! You are definitely welcome back anytime and I hope your family will return to our little bit of paradise soon! Glad you got to sample some of the wonderful local seafood-it is yummy-and the girls got to parasail. Bet the view of the beach was awesome for them from the air! Take care and thanks again! Amy & Greg
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Young Family Looking for Downtime
Guest: Young Family
(Cincinnati, OH)
Date of Stay: 08/20/11
Review Submitted: 09/06/11
We loved our trip to Okaloosa Island, and this condo was a wonderful place to stay. Everything was exactly as described/pictured. The condo was clean, well-maintained and stocked with everything we needed to be comfortable. The beach was beautiful and easily accessible. We have a young family, so we enjoyed spending time on the balcony during nap times. It's so close that it felt like we didn't have to even leave the beach. Amy also provided us with really helpful information about the surrounding area. She was great to work with and the logistics were handled in a smooth and professional manner. We would recommend this condo and location to others. We had a great time and would definitely return!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Kim, Michael, Shelby and Austyn
Guest: Kim
(Stockbridge)
Date of Stay: 06/18/11
Review Submitted: 07/14/11
The best Vaca EVER!!! I can't wait to go back. Amy's condo is the most I have ever felt at home on vacation. We will never stay anywhere elsemwhen in the area! Amy's kindness and need to make sure our vacation was special is without comparison! You can not make a bad choice with either one of her condos!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Awesome Condo
Guest: Denise
(Clinton, Tn)
Date of Stay: 06/25/11
Review Submitted: 07/05/11
Thank you Amy & Greg for an awesome condo for our vacation. Everything was even better than pictured/described. We were very comfortable during our week at the beach. We enjoyed watching the dolphins from the balcony almost every day. We would definitely recommend this condo to others and hope to return again next summer.
Owner response:Thanks a bunch for the nice review, Denise & Family! We appreciate you taking the time to give us feedback-it helps us and shares with future guests why we love our little bit of paradise so much! Happy you all got to see the wonderful dolphins frolicking in the gulf-it's always a highlight every time we get down there. Hope y'all return next year-you are always welcome!! Greg & Amy Berkes
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Wonderful!!!
Guest: Michael and Christy
(Bismarck, Arkansas)
Date of Stay: 04/24/10
Review Submitted: 04/30/10
I am getting ready to depart this morning to go home. This has been everything I wanted (and needed) from a vacation. Great surf, great food, great weather, etc. Everything was clean and just as pictured on this site. We did see the dolphins swimming by! I would recommend this to anyone looking for a great getaway! The sights of the area are close by. We stayed for a week and still have many things we would like to do the next time around. The Gulfarium is about a 3 minute drive and is well worth every penny! The Crab Trap is right next door and the food and drinks are awesome. Also, the Destin strip is about 10 minutes away. Too many things to do there. But I would highly recommend the Harborwalk Village. Too many memories have been made this week to even begin to touch on here. So what are you all waiting for...contact Amy and Greg TODAY!!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers.
It's just the best
Guest: Judy,Sally,Ruthann,Janet
(Marion, IN )
Date of Stay: 08/15/09
Review Submitted: 11/22/09
I can't tell you enough about this place. My sisters and I go every year and we absolutley love it. Amy and Greg are the best and have been very helpful with us when we stay with them, even thru our storms The condo at Island Echos is very clean and well maintained and the view and the beach are to die for. My favorite thing is the mattress on the king bed. It's like heaven. We stayed other places till we found Amy and Greg and we plan to continue with them. I love the beach service and the washer and dryer are an added plus. We like to cook our meals and the kitchen seemed to be well stocked with everything we needed. You can't beat their rates either. Thanks so much to Amy and Greg for letting us "stay with you" and sharing your condo. We can't wait till next year.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: Carolyn Newman
(McDonough, Ga)
Date of Stay: 04/28/09
Review Submitted: 04/28/09
Amy and Greg, What a wonderful week we had at your beautiful "Piece of Paradise"...You hit the nail on the head when you made that statement! Your place has all the comforts of home with the added benefits....Sand, Sun, Ocean and relaxation. We can't wait until we can get back down there and Thank you for opening the opportunity to go again! I would give this location a 10+++++....Having you as the property owner was also a great delight! Thanks once again, Carolyn
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Loved It!!
Guest: Disappointed
(Louisiana)
Date of Stay: 11/22/08
Review Submitted: 12/02/08
We stayed 11-22 to 11-29-08 and we weren't ready to come home! We loved the decor in this condo. Also loved the twin beds in the second bedroom. Having a 15 yr old boy and 8 yr old girl, that sure helped out! Loved going to sleep with the sound of the ocean at night. This vacation was very relaxing. Kitchen has everything you need. Condo has plenty of room to move around and not feel like you are cramped. The view is beautiful. Descriptions were right on the money. We were very pleased when we got there. It was super clean and comfortable. Amy and Greg were very easy to work with and super nice. Thank you for letting us enjoy your little slice of Heaven on Earth! I've already told my friends they should go! Sherry
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/01/08
Review Submitted: 07/15/08
Dear Amy and Greg First and foremost let me thank you for allowing us to stay at your condo. We just arrived home this past weekend and I just can't tell you enough how much we enjoyed our stay. One of the main reasons I chose your condo was because I wanted to stay, SMACK DAB on the BEACH and your condo was definitely there. The pictures you have on the website, just don't do it justice. The location is away from all the hustle and bustle, but within minutes of wonderful restaurants. The beach/water are beautiful. We had alot of fun just hanging out with our boys (14 & 12) and we cannot thank you enough. Sincerely, the Smith's
Owner response:Thanks Debbie & Family! Glad you all had a great family beach vacation at Island Echos and y'all are welcome back anytime! Appreciate the nice feedback! Greg & Amy
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Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/01/07
Review Submitted: 04/19/07
We loved the condo, everything was very nice. The view was great and we did see dophins. We would love to stay in this condo again. We would recommend this condo to anyone who is looking to stay in Ft. Walton. Just dont pick the week we would like to have. :) Thanks Rhonda
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