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10/10 Excellent
RACHEL M.
Sep 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and inviting
RACHEL M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Entire home
Minutes from the beach!
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
- Hot tub on site
- Onsite parking available
- Dogs and cats allowed
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Air conditioning
Explore the area
Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Emerald Coast Science CenterPlace, Emerald Coast Science Center6 min drive
- Miracle StripPlace, Miracle Strip6 min drive
- Jet StadiumPlace, Jet Stadium8 min drive
- Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)19 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
About this property
Minutes from the beach!
Newly updated duplex, 2/bd+1/ba , short distance from the beaches ,this property has a private backyard , a great deck for entertaining, games for kids, room for pets ,property is well maintained, we provide a lot of extra towels, blankets, sheets .The rooms are very comfortable, with the mini splits, you can control your own thermostat for each room, the property is close to The Boardwalk at Okaloosa Island, Gulfarium, Shopping Centers .
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 55 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3543245
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
About the neighborhood
Fort Walton Beach
Northwest, a neighborhood in Fort Walton Beach, is home to this vacation home. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Preston Hood Athletic Complex or Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center.
Fort Walton Beach, FL
What's nearby
- Preston Hood Athletic Complex - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Emerald Coast Science Center - 6 min drive - 1.5 km
- Miracle Strip - 6 min drive - 1.8 km
- Liza Jackson Park - 7 min drive - 1.8 km
- Jet Stadium - 8 min drive - 3.9 km
Getting around
- Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
- Ruby Tuesday - 19 min walk
- Whataburger - 16 min walk
- Chili's Grill & Bar - 3 min drive
- Golden Corral - 19 min walk
- Moe's Southwest Grill - 20 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Minutes from the beach! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Minutes from the beach!?
As of Jun 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Minutes from the beach! on Dec 5, 2026 start from $258, 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 Minutes from the beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Minutes from the beach!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Minutes from the beach! located?
Located in Northwest, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Preston Hood Athletic Complex, Emerald Coast Science Center, and Towncrest Shopping Center. Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center and Miracle Strip are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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10/10 Excellent
Russell R.
Oct 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully Designed
The property was very nice, very clean and very affordable and 10 minutes from The Boardwalk.
Russell R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Colleen J.
Sep 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Place!
It was very nice and clean inside, and bigger than it looked in photos. The check in and out was very smooth and simple. I very much appreciate that checking out didn't involve doing half of the cleaning and turnover ourselves. We left something behind and they were nice enough to put it out for us to swing by and pick up later. I would definitely book again here.
Colleen J.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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