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DIRECTLY on the Beach! 3BR and wrap around balcony Gulf Side 202 end unit.

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Location
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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71165 sq ft

Popular amenities

Air conditioning
Parking available
Dryer
Gym
Washer
Hot Tub

Explore the area

Ft. Walton Beach, FL

Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
‪5 min walk‬
Okaloosa Island Pier
‪6 min walk‬
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
‪9 min walk‬
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

DIRECTLY on the Beach! 3BR and wrap around balcony Gulf Side 202 end unit.

Best of the Best! This is a three bedroom, two bath condominium located directly on the beach. It is one of a select few end units in this complex offering an over sized private wraparound balcony. Located on the second floor this unit offers unparalleled views of both sunrises and sunsets. Free high speed Internet. Upscale cottage living on the beach! New luxury vinyl tile in all bedrooms and ceramic tile in remainder of unit. The Destin West Beach and Bay resort has everything for your next family vacation – huge state of the art fitness center – several swimming pools at your disposal as well as many spas. Enjoy the gulf front 5000 sq ft pool just steps away or use the walk over and unwind on the 700 foot Lazy River and waterfall swimming pool. Professionally decorated throughout, this Condominium has a tropical vacation theme sure to put you in that relaxing state of mind. As this is our personal unit we take great strides to keep in top condition!

More about Unit 202: The best views at Destin West! This condo directly faces the gulf and has an oversized wrap around balcony with access from the family room and master suite. Our balcony faces West, meaning you get the very best view of the beautiful sunset! Sit and watch the waves roll in or the kids at the 5000 square foot pool deck.

This Condo has a bed in every size! Master suite has a king, guest suite has a queen and the unique bunkroom has a full-size on bottom and a twin bed over it.. Plenty of room for everyone, comfortably sleeping seven. And super clean with new LVT on all bedroom floors.

TV and DVD player in the family room and in every bedroom. The rental condo is also equipped with High-speed Internet access.

Directly on the sparkling waters of the Gulf: Our rental condo is located on the 2nd floor and you can very easily use the stairs to get up to the unit or down to the pool. When you need the elevator for groceries or luggage, you are in luck as the elevator stops directly in front of our unit. Ours is most convenient and best placed rental condo unit at Destin West!!

Property manager

Steve Higdon / Greg Bartholomai

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Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Wash towels as you leave and we will dry

Text us when you leave

Gather all pool bands and return to spot next to refrigerator

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Travel Insurance not included. You will need to purchace from a third party if you want.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Fort Walton Beach

Located in Fort Walton Beach, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. Emerald Coast Science Center and Goofy Golf are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Ft. Walton Beach, FL

What's nearby

Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Okaloosa Island Pier - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Okaloosa Island Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Boardwalk - Okaloosa Island - ‬6 min walk
‪Rockin Tacos - ‬6 min walk
‪Angler's Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk
‪Old Bay Steamer - ‬14 min walk
‪Al's Beach Club - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does DIRECTLY on the Beach! 3BR and wrap around balcony Gulf Side 202 end unit. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is DIRECTLY on the Beach! 3BR and wrap around balcony Gulf Side 202 end unit. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at DIRECTLY on the Beach! 3BR and wrap around balcony Gulf Side 202 end unit.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at DIRECTLY on the Beach! 3BR and wrap around balcony Gulf Side 202 end unit.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is DIRECTLY on the Beach! 3BR and wrap around balcony Gulf Side 202 end unit. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Fort Walton Beach condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Wayside Park and Fort Walton Beaches. Santa Rosa Sound and Wild Willy's Adventure Zone are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

Jan 17, 2024

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

Great stay

Beautiful place

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kristen L.

Aug 15, 2017

Had a wonderful time waking up and going to sleep to the sound of the ocean waves.

Property was well kept and maintained. Would definitely book this property again!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Apr 9, 2023

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

Excellent

Stay was excellent!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda O.

Oct 20, 2024

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

Family Vacation

This is our second time staying at Destin West, first time on the beach side, and it didnt disappoint! Perfect location to the beach. We loved catching both the Sunrise and Sunset from the balcony. The walk to the beach was so close that it made lugging all your beach toys/towels/chairs extremely easy. The condo was clean, had everything we needed to eat in or close enough to great restaurants and attractions. We will definitely be back!!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Jul 8, 2017

Great Condo!

As we are packing up to leave and incredibly sad to do so, we are remembering what a great week we've had! The condo is in a perfect location, right on the beach and pool and close to the parking garage--where we always got a perfect spot! The decor is great and the condo is much larger than what it appears in the pictures. When we come back to Destin, we will definitely be staying here. Thanks for a wonderful place to stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kristin G., Atlant suburb

Oct 21, 2014

EVERYTHING YOU NEED!!

This unit was wonderful. We vacationed with our 2 small children and our mother and never felt as if we were on top of each other. The views were breathtaking. The access to the beach, the pool and the water park were second to none. The unit was clean, tastefully decorated and had everything we needed for a wonderful beach vacation. We highly recommend this vacation home!!

10/10 Excellent

Leah M.

May 11, 2018

Perfect location and beautiful condo!

We enjoyed our stay in this condo and plan to go back next year! Our family of 5 was extremely comfortable in the spacious condo. It was extremely well maintained and the proximity to the pool, hot tub, AND beach was unbeatable. We could easily go back and forth between all the ammenities whenever our kids wanted a change of scenery. Couldn’t be happier with our choice of condos! We’ll definitely be back. :)

Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Apr 13, 2022

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

Family vacation

Condo was great size, clean, perfect location!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D.

Apr 18, 2021

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

Volleyball

Such a fun trip and great accommodations!!! Only suggestion...have some sort of paper wristband to use on your day of departure. Having to check out at 10:00am with a 6:00pm departure and no access to the beach from your rental is extremely inconvenient. Not the condo owners fault but a suggestion for the property owner

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy I., Mount pleasant, SC

Apr 10, 2021

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

Beautiful, clean & great view

Everything was very clean and welcoming. The view from the condo was stunning. The bedrooms were just as shown online and it gave us, a family with three kids, enough space to relax and have some alone time. Loved having the beach and pools so close.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan G.

Apr 5, 2021

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

Better than advertised - we’ll be back

Our expectations were blown away and we truly felt at home while staying in Steve’s place. The space has plenty of room and a full kitchen which we used often each day as well as laundry. My kids and I took full advantage of the beach and a one minute walk from the room made it all the more enjoyable. Having the pools to use was also a great feature for us all including the lazy river and zero gravity pool on the backside of the resort and a quick 5 minute walk away. Location to adjacent board walk and pier was also great and the accommodations at the rentals were also very family friendly. Steve was quick to respond to all of my questions and a delight to rent from.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joe W.

Mar 14, 2021

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

Unit 202 Exceeded Our Expectations!!

From booking all the way through checking out, our experience with this property and the property owners was amazing! Owners were super easy to work with and were very helpful when I realized that I needed to move our reservation back a week. Check in was unbelievably easy and efficient. Any messages to the owners were responded to expediently. The unit itself was very spacious and well furnished. Tv’s in all the rooms. Another highlight of this unit was its proximity to the beach and water. Front door to the water was no more than a 3 minute walk as the condo is right on the beach. Great balcony off of the living room as well as the master bedroom overlooking the beach. Even the parking garage was a definite plus as it was easy to get into and always a parking spot close to where we needed to be. We loved it so much that we came home and immediately booked our next stay there! We absolutely recommend this property! See ya at the beach!!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

Sep 8, 2020

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

Fantastic!

This is our second year staying here and we love it. The view is unmatched. Also the most comfy bed I have ever stayed in on vacation! Thanks for sharing your wonderful property with us!

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shelly C.

Jun 21, 2020

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

Love love love this condo!

We just returned from another wonderful week at Ft. Walton Beach. Thank you for sharing your beautiful condo with us - it was perfect for our family. We are ready to get back as soon as possible.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

Jul 10, 2019

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

Great condo

Our family had the best time here...much more laid back in Okaloosa Island than Miramar beach. The condo was wonderful and the location of this unit was perfect - just steps from the beach and pool. The owners were so helpful and were very responsive to all of our questions.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B., Houston

May 2, 2019

Beautiful Views

We spent so much time on the balcony looking at the beautiful view of the beach. The condo was lovely and had everything we needed for a wonderful time. We'll definitely be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

Aug 20, 2018

Great family spot!

We had a great time and accommodations were great for a family of two parents, two grandparents, and two kids. Location and views are perfect! Hope to come back next year!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karin O., Chesterfield, MO

Jun 5, 2018

Best views and PERFECT location!

The property: Well maintained and tastefully beach decor! It was comfortable for our family of four (two adults and two kids) and one grandma. The accessible amenities were incredible - the beach was SO close, and any of the available pools (two in the direct vicinity, three across the bridge, and two next door with a splash pad!) were so fun to explore! The building was in good shape and with available carts it was easy to load in and pack out. The owner: Absolutely wonderful! It was great to be able to talk to someone who cared about the property and cared about our stay! He was responsive and quickly resolved the couple issues that popped up. It was so great working with him. The downside: I've given this stay a 5 star review, because it really was that good! But if I did have to be nitpicky, I'd say the two of the couches were a little saggy and worn out. We spent more time than usual in them because of Tropical Storm Alberto....but even so it didn't detract from our stay :) We really can't wait to come back!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Craig W., Greenwood, IN

Oct 23, 2017

Awesome Condo!

The Condo was awesome, it is better than the pictures. It is in the premiere spot as it overlooks the beach, and still wraps around to see the pool if needed, without ever knowing the pool is there. The owners are great to deal with and respond very quickly. Will definitely look to see if this condo is available every time we come down to Destin. We had 2 adults and three teenagers and it was perfect fit for all of us. Very Clean!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

Apr 8, 2017

Beautiful view

Had a great spring break - unit was clean - great furnishings and you could not find a better view of the gulf

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

PAULA D.

Nov 17, 2016

Very nice

Very nice condo overlooking the ocean. Had a great time and would highly recommend it.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Oct 10, 2016

Nice Unit with amazing views from balcony!

This unit was done out really nice inside & had everything we needed. The view from the balcony you couldn't beat looking over the sea- amazing! The complex was fab with the pools & it was just a short walk from The board walk with restaurants and bar. Would defo stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Liz S., St. Louis

Aug 15, 2016

Beautiful condo in the best location!

We have been going to beach resorts for years, and we finally found the perfect spot. This condo is located - direct gulf front-closest to the beach. It took us only seconds to get on the beach. This condo is close to all of the amenities at the resort also. With a 4 year old and 2 teenage boys, it is hard to find a place for everyone, but this place nailed it. There was a huge pool and splash pad right next to us and then right across the bridge to the bay side is a huge lazy river. Also, for the adults, we were able to use the Ramada amenities, which had a swim up bar. This condo is also a short walk to the pier and restaurants. The condo itself was clean and nicely decorated. I am really picky about beds, and they were very comfortable. The owners are totally cool also. I called both Steve and Greg before the trip and asked them tons of questions, and they were happy to answer all my questions. We will definitely be back! The Schaefer's from St. Louis, MO

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

Jun 27, 2016

My stay at the condo was fantastic! It was everything I hope for and more.!

My stay st the condo unit 202 was wonderful! It exceeded my expectations. Beautiful, roomy and right on the beach. It was large enough for 6 people although there was only 2 of us. If you rent this condo you will not regret it! The pictures do not do it justice much nicer in real life!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

charlie s.

Oct 25, 2015

Best unit in the best complex in Destin

My family has stayed in Destin many times. This condo complex is easily the best place to stay: It has the proximity to the beach AND the amenities of multiple great pools and a really cool lazy river. If you have kids, the extra pools and lazy river mean they will never get board. Our routine is beach, pool, lazy river, repeat. And if you do stay in this complex, this unit is the best choice. You can't get any closer to the beach. And while other units that face the pool with a side view of the beach, this unit is one of the few that directly faces the ocean. It's the best!

About the host

Hosted by Steve Higdon / Greg Bartholomai

So much to offer at Destin West

Why they chose this property

The absolute best location out of 300 units. We are directly on the beach. On the 2nd floor, you won't need the elevator. Only seconds to the beach and Gulf. Make sure you watch our NEW video showing the entire unit and view to the beach.

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

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DIRECTLY on the Beach! 3BR and wrap around balcony Gulf Side 202 end unit.

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House Rules

Children

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Important information

You need to know

We should mention

About the neighborhood

Fort Walton Beach

What's nearby

Getting around

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Frequently asked questions

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

Great stay

Greg B.

10/10 Excellent

Kristen L.

Had a wonderful time waking up and going to sleep to the sound of the ocean waves.

Kristen L.

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Excellent

Michael W.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda O.

Family Vacation

Amanda O.

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Great Condo!

Rebecca S.

10/10 Excellent

Kristin G., Atlant suburb

EVERYTHING YOU NEED!!

Kristin G.

10/10 Excellent

Leah M.

Perfect location and beautiful condo!

Leah M.

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Family vacation

Jessica S.

10/10 Excellent