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Sunset Views, Fireworks & Beach Fun! Islander 415 “Emerald Sunset Retreat”

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A living room with a TV, blue entertainment unit, grey sofas, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean through a sliding door.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a window with blinds.
A modern living room with a wooden dining table, blue upholstered chairs, a grey sofa, and a ceiling fan.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a built-in dishwasher.
A beach with umbrellas and people.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Destin Beaches

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • On beach
  • Hot tub on site
  • Private pool
  • Waterpark access
  • On-site fitness center

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Destin Beaches
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Jetty East Condominiums
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Harbor
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

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About the neighborhood

Destin

Located on the beach, this condo is in Holiday Isle, a neighborhood in Destin. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and The Track Family Recreation Center are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, snorkeling and surfing/body boarding adventures can be found near the property.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Choctawhatchee Bay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Destin Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Jetty East Condominiums - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Destin Harbor - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 7 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cj’s Hangout - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Red Door Saloon - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Boshamps Seafood & Oyster House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunset Views, Fireworks & Beach Fun! Islander 415 “Emerald Sunset Retreat” pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunset Views, Fireworks & Beach Fun! Islander 415 “Emerald Sunset Retreat”?

As of Oct 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunset Views, Fireworks & Beach Fun! Islander 415 “Emerald Sunset Retreat” on Oct 26, 2026 start from $294, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunset Views, Fireworks & Beach Fun! Islander 415 “Emerald Sunset Retreat”?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunset Views, Fireworks & Beach Fun! Islander 415 “Emerald Sunset Retreat”?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunset Views, Fireworks & Beach Fun! Islander 415 “Emerald Sunset Retreat” located?

Nestled on the beach, this Holiday Isle condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Choctawhatchee Bay and Destin Beaches. Destin Harbor Boardwalk is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The ocean view from our room was great! We saw some really awesome sunsets. The unit was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Destin -ation Vacation 2026

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Was very satisfied with the condo size and appearance. Gate was easy access for us and visitors. The gazebo was cooking friendly. Loved having 2 pools as well as the outdoor activity amenities. However, the one downfall was the dryer. It was checked more than once but did NOT work properly. Took 6-8 hrs to dry a load of laundry. Very disappointed and was a big inconvenience with our stay. We had actually moved units prior to our arrival due to the 1st unit not having a washer and dryer in the unit. I am not sure how we can be compensated for this huge inconvenience, but willing to address suggestions. Overall I would absolutely recommend The Islander to all.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!!

Wonderful property. Nice short walk to beach very clean. We didn’t want to leave and can’t wait to book again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
Thank you!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

June Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our 28th year staying at The Islander. As usual, everything was great!
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 9, 2025
We are happy to hear that you had a wonderful time during your stay with us. We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Property!

Our stay was amazing and the property was perfect from the pool, the view and easy access to the beach. We stayed on the 4th floor and had an excellent view of the fireworks at night! We will be back for our next Destin trip. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 1, 2023
Thank you for submitting your feedback ! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and all the amenities we have to offer. We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sept 2022 visit

We recently stayed here and it was amazing The pool and beach were the best part!!! Beach was so close and such a nice bonus having 2 seats for us daily. Condo was clean and tidy upon arrive
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 26, 2022
Thank you for submitting your feedback ! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and all the amenities we have to offer. We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

My Happy Place

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoy the Islander.
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 24, 2024
Thank you for submitting your feedback ! We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Summer Family Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A fun week in Destin! Ocean, pools and beach’
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 2, 2024
Thank you for submitting your feedback ! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and all the amenities we have to offer. We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful property!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We came to Destin for our kids spring break and had a wonderful stay at the Islander! Great location, loved our unit, used the pool a ton and staff were helpful! Would highly recommend!
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 1, 2024
Thank you for submitting your feedback! Thank you for your comments on our amazing staff. We try our best to make our guest feel at home when they come to visit us. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and all the amenities we have to offer. We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great vacation rental!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Check in was easy and straightforward. Staff were friendly and helpful. The location is close to nice attractions. The property is clean and the rooms are spacious and comfortable. The beach access is great for families. It made for a great family vacation.
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 10, 2024
Thank you for submitting your feedback! Thank you for your comments on our amazing staff. We try our best to make our guest feel at home when they come to visit us. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and all the amenities we have to offer. We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family Beach Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Perfect condo not far from the beach! Pictures don’t do it justice. Quiet and cozy. Views were amazing! Everything we needed for our family of 5.
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 22, 2024
Thank you for submitting your feedback ! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and all the amenities we have to offer. We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Unit 415

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great place, Refunded money because dryer wasn’t working, greatly appreciated.
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 25, 2022
Thank you for submitting your feedback ! We are very sorry about the inconvenience with the dryer issue but we are glad that we were able to resolve the issue. We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Home Away from Home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Unit 415 was perfect for our family of four. We love coming for fall break when things aren’t quite as crowded. The weather was perfect even with the impending hurricane Helene coming. Unit 415 had everything we needed and the staff at The Islander is always great.
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 23, 2024
Thank you for submitting your feedback! Thank you for your comments on our amazing staff. We try our best to make our guest feel at home when they come to visit us. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and all the amenities we have to offer. We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Spring break

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location and beach views are amazing. The condo is very nice but agree with other reviews that the dryer takes forever. I had to pull the manual out twice to be sure I was using it correctly and cleaning out both lint screens.
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 8, 2021
So sorry that the dryer in the unit was taking longer than expected. We are happy to hear to that you enjoyed the views.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay in our Happy Place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We are repeating guests in the unit and have been for many years. I enjoy the view to west. The kitchen is well outfitted. We enjoy our meals on the patio. The beach calms the soul. Staff is gracious and eager to help. Would recommend for families.
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 20, 2023
Thank you for submitting your feedback! Thank you for your comments on our amazing staff. We try our best to make our guest feel at home when they come to visit us. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and all the amenities we have to offer. We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This unit is fantastic!

The unit is updated and well-appointed. It had everything we needed and boasts a great view of the sunset and harbor entrance. The walk to the beach is really short and easy. Alan the beach attendant is very friendly and helpful. Can't say anything bad about the unit, it is great. If you are reading reviews and hesitate because of posts related to dryer not working. It has been replaced and works very well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 9, 2024
Thank you for submitting your feedback! Thank you for your comments on our amazing staff. We try our best to make our guest feel at home when they come to visit us. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and all the amenities we have to offer. We appreciate you mentioning the dryer being fixed being that unit was recently updated. We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great condo with one fix needed

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very nice and clean condo with updated kitchen and bathrooms! The dryer in the condo has been out of order for over a year with no plans for repair in sight. The owners should take the washer and dryer out of the pictures
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 17, 2023
Thank you for submitting your feedback ! We appreciate your recommendations and we will work on this for our future guests. We did make sure to take any pictures of the washer/dryer off of our website about a month ago and the owner has been informed about this issue. We do apologize about the inconvenience but we will make sure to remind the owner about the ongoing issue that our guest are experiencing. We hope that you will consider being a guest of ours in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Good but could be better

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Have stayed at Islander multiple times. Good value, great location, wonderful beach, etc.. A few problems this time - only one elevator was working and it broke down regularly; dryer in our unit still not working - should either be fixed or replaced or condo re-classified from platinum;
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 12, 2023
Thank you for submitting your feedback ! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and all the amenities we have to offer. Unfortunately, we have no control over the elevator having any mechanical issues but we had made sure to get this issue fixed. We appreciate your recommendations and we will make sure to work on them for our future guests. We will make sure to reach out to the Owner's and give some recommendations for our future guest bookings. We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous

Wow! This unit was amazing! It was very clean and tastefully decorated. We were a little worried about the walk to the beach, but soon found out we were worried for no reason. Our view of the harbor entrance from the balcony was gorgeous. One thing I wish we would have known when we got there was to go down to the beach each morning to reserve your chairs that come with the unit. It’s a first come first serve basis and we didn’t find that out until our third day, but once we figured that out my husband went down around 6-6:30 each morning and took 2 towels to place on each chair. Overall our experience was GREAT and we would definitely try to get this unit again when we stay in Destin.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
Thank you for your feedback! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Negatives and positives

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoy the Islander a lot, and the people. One thing I would suggest when the office people set a date for reserving your condo...they make sure all are aware of date just not the ones at a meeting. I feel also we had a lot of problems with the washers not working. Okay...our condo 415...is not a luxury platinum...washer, dryer do not work. Some of the furniture, mattresses should be replaced. Love the walk in shower and decor colors.
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 28, 2023
Thank you for your review. We are sorry to hear that you were less then pleased with the unit that you stayed in. We will make sure to reach out to the Owner's and give some recommendations for our future guest bookings. However, we are glad that you enjoyed the location of the unit being that it's very convenient for most guests to get to the beach and pools. We hope you will come back and see us soon !
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Choose another condo, W/D is the only reason we chose this condo

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice condo, however we were not notified about the dryer being out of order until after we checked. The staff at the front desk didn’t even notify us during check in, basically house cleaning out some painters tape on it that said broke. After we inquired about it, we were told it had been out of service for months. Front desk attitude gave the impression that they could care less about the situation.
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 26, 2022
Thank you for submitting your feedback ! We apologize that you were not notified about the dryer in the unit. This is an issue that we have been working on with the owner to get fixed. We hope that you will consider being a guest of ours in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Spring Break Family Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Over all, we really enjoyed our stay. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The location was great, especially for families with small children. The pool, beach and restaurants were not overly-crowded and the atmosphere was great. The condo was very pretty and the pools were a great temperature for this time of year. My one suggestion would be for the housekeeping staff to pay a bit more attention to detail. We found a empty water bottle behind a nightstand and candy in one of the nightstand drawers. The floors appeared clean but our feet and socks were very dirty. We had to wear shoes at all times while in the condo. The floors definitely were not mopped prior to our arrival. We would stay here again but our hope is that this review will help the cleaning staff to improve for future stays.
Response from VrboOwner on May 27, 2022
Thank you for your feedback. We will review this with housekeeping. Please don't let this deter you from staying with us again! We hope to see you again next year!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Covid escape!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Vacation rental was perfect! We stayed a week & could not have been happier! This rental was clean & very well appointed with nice up to date furnishings & appliances. It was the perfect size for a family of 4 including 2 teenagers! Plenty of room for all of us to spread out & feel comfortable. Master bedroom had a view of the ocean & sunsets were spectacular! Location to beach was a quick easy walk & the beach attendants were awesome! We got provisions for breakfast & snacks & either did takeout or went out for dinners which worked well for us. Some restaurants were better than others regarding Covid precautions so we tended to go to more upscale restaurants to avoid bigger crowds & risk. Our favorite was Louisiana Lagniappe! Also loved the Island Wing Company for takeout & drinks at the bar while you wait! Overall a fantastic trip & beautiful property. Would definitely stay in this condo again & would absolutely recommend to others!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

It's okay at best.

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was the second vacation our family spent at this property and with rental rates going up as much as 15% you would think that they would keep up with the quality, but you would be wrong. Apartment was filthy with litter under beds and empty soda cans behind plant pots. All closet doors were broken and so was the dryer for which I got a small refund. Cockroaches in the bathroom at night. Swimming pool under water lights did not work for the whole stay. Compering with the properties around it is still a good deal, but with prices going up and quality down I will be looking for something else next time.
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 18, 2022
Thank you for submitting your feedback ! We apologize that you were less then pleased with your stay. We do try to make sure that we keep up with the property as much as possible and our maintenance team is great with taking care of the properrty. We will make sure that all of the issues are addressed in a timely manner. We hope that you will consider being a guest of ours in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I would definitely stay here again. GREAT LOCATION! No issues with parking. Plenty spaces were available. Plenty of comfortable condo for a family of 6. Very short walk to the beach. Very convenient having grocery carts to help with luggage & everything else you bring to stay in a condo. Everything we needed was in the condo. It rained due to a tropical storm-the condo had games to keep my kiddos occupied until the rain passed. There were 2 minor things: the washer wouldn't come on. I contacted management & it was taken care of same day. (It just needed to be reset nothing major) The condo was very clean. I did sweep everyday just to keep the floors clean throughout the stay. While sweeping, I swept up a few chunks of glass from the master bathroom. I'm not sure what it was from but we were barefoot & that was concerning if they we would have gotten glass in our feet. I didn't do a good sweep (just enough to keep the sand from getting everywhere) so I'm not sure how house keeping didn't get that from doing a thorough sweep & mop. AC worked GREAT! We really did enjoy our stay & would definitely recommend to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 3, 2021
Thank you for your feedback ! We appreciate your recommendations and we will work on this for our future guests. We do apologize about the glass being on the floor, it's a safety issue and we will make sure to bring it up to housekeeping so we can prevent issues like these going forward. We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
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