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🌅Balcony w/Bay View~500 yrds 2Bch~UpdatedKitchen~Pool~2BR Hermitage by Bay 305🌅

🌅Balcony w/Bay View~500 yrds 2Bch~UpdatedKitchen~Pool~2BR Hermitage by Bay 305🌅

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Lovely pool - Hermitage by the Bay
What a beautiful view of the bay from 305!
Lovely waterfront - Hermitage by the Bay
Okaloosa Island Beaches - across the street!
Beautiful Bay Views at Hermitage by the Bay 305!

Overview of 🌅Balcony w/Bay View~500 yrds 2Bch~UpdatedKitchen~Pool~2BR Hermitage by Bay 305🌅

7.2 out of 10 Good
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Popular LocationBoardwalk on Okaloosa Island8 min walk
  • Popular LocationOkaloosa Island Pier10 min walk
  • Popular LocationEmerald Coast Convention Center11 min walk

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

Living Room with Sleeper Sofa

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Master Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

🌅Balcony w/Bay View~500 yrds 2Bch~UpdatedKitchen~Pool~2BR Hermitage by Bay 305🌅

Top Reasons to Book this Condo!

* Pool overlooking the bay

* Fishing Pier

* 530 Yards to the Boardwalk/Gulfarium on Okaloosa Island

* Lighted picnic area

* Updated kitchen w/mahogany soft close cabinetry! 

* Across the street from uncrowded beaches

* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service

Want to truly get away from it all? The Hermitage By The Bay is the place for you!

Welcome to this lovely condo that has a stunning view of the bay and the pool right from the Balcony! Hermitage By the Bay 305 is just steps away is the beautiful Gulf of Mexico and white sandy beaches. This condo has 2 bedrooms, one with a queen-sized bed, one with 2 twins and queen sleeper sofa, allowing this condo to sleep 6 guests altogether. The recently remodeled kitchen and baths make this already lovely unit fabulous! Across the street is the public beach access, with restrooms and showers and parking. This beach tends to be much less crowded than Destin area beaches. A great place to take the kids, Hermitage by the Bay is close to Escape Zone 60, Fudpuckers, pontoon rentals, Wild Willy's Adventure Zone and is practically across the street from the Boardwalk and Gulfarium! Please note there are no elevators at Hermitage by the Bay.

*This property is not available to adults Under the age of 25. No Exceptions.*


*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*
Snowbird Season runs November thru February, on a monthly basis. To prepare a qualified quote, select your arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and the departure date (must be the 1st day of the month). Alternate dates must be pre-approved. All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee. Please contact us with your interest and to further assist!"

Guests can take a dip in the outdoor swimming pool overlooking the bay or catch some rays on the reclining chairs on the spacious deck. There are lighted picnic areas and romantic porch swings so you can sit and watch the boats enter the bay. Come enjoy a wonderful vacation at The Hermitage By The Bay! 

The Bed Setup:

Master Bedroom- Queen Bed
Guest Bedroom- Two Twin Beds
Living Room- Sleeper Sofa

Area Attractions: 

Located in Fort Walton within walking distance of several excellent restaurants and a convenience store, The Hermitage is convenient to the Fort Walton Beach art museum, Gulf Island National Seashore, Sasquatch Zoo and numerous shopping opportunities and water sports.

Okaloosa Island has a fruitful fishing pier – a recent guest caught over 20 fish including lady fish, blue fish and a small shark! You’ll be able to easily net crabs right in front on the condo. There are community grills, the unit has its own washer/dryer, ample parking and 24-hour security.

Welcome to The Boardwalk! We are located directly on The Gulf of Mexico, on the beaches of beautiful Okaloosa Island! The Boardwalk is your one-stop destination for fun, day and night! Relax on the beaches of The Gulf of Mexico while sipping a frozen concoction prepared at our outdoor bar upstairs at The Crab Trap, stroll the boardwalk and visit Islanders Coastal Outfitters for new beach attire or grab a frozen snack from Pino Gelato. When day turns to night, Al’s Beach Club is our premier club and burger bar. Hungry? We've got that covered as well! Grab some fresh from the Gulf seafood from any of our great beachfront restaurants located directly on The Boardwalk!

Property manager

RealJoy Vacations
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill

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

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

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 waterfront. HarborWalk Village and Destin Commons are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Okaloosa Island Beach and Destin Beaches. Traveling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Wild Willy's Adventure Zone. With jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

What's nearby

  • Fort Walton Beach Park - 8 min walk
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 8 min walk
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 10 min walk
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 10 min walk
  • Emerald Coast Convention Center - 11 min walk

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Boardwalk - Okaloosa Island - 11 min walk
  • Old Bay Steamer - 19 min walk
  • Al's Beach Club - 10 min walk
  • Rockin Tacos - 10 min walk
  • Crab Trap - 10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 🌅Balcony w/Bay View~500 yrds 2Bch~UpdatedKitchen~Pool~2BR Hermitage by Bay 305🌅 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 🌅Balcony w/Bay View~500 yrds 2Bch~UpdatedKitchen~Pool~2BR Hermitage by Bay 305🌅?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🌅Balcony w/Bay View~500 yrds 2Bch~UpdatedKitchen~Pool~2BR Hermitage by Bay 305🌅?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🌅Balcony w/Bay View~500 yrds 2Bch~UpdatedKitchen~Pool~2BR Hermitage by Bay 305🌅 located?

This family-friendly Fort Walton Beach condo building is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Choctawhatchee Bay and Okaloosa Island Beach. Wild Willy's Adventure Zone and Fort Walton Beaches are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

7.2

Good

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 17 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

7.4/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

7.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable enough for an old guy with arthritis and inexpensive.
Why do you go to the beach? To stay in your room, right? No. That's why this condo is JUST FINE. Listen, it's inexpensive to stay in, near plenty of fun things to do, and it won't break the bank. That being said, if you like furniture from the 80s, then this is the place for you. Knick knacks..they got 'em. Dining and coffee tables with glass tops? Wicker? Got those too. Lots of nostalgia for this '80s kid. 2000s kids, we've got your Berber carpet too. If you have any problems, the staff is on the spot to help. No worries there. All of the appliances work well, the HVAC works, and fans in every room. There are lots of small lamps that are hit/miss on working, but the lighting is fine, and they're more decorative than anything. It's nice and quiet, and the owner-neighbors are fantastic people. The only minor gripe is the floor in the bathroom, which really needs replacing, and the tiny shower in the room with the two full-size beds. (I really don't care. I made the adult children sleep in there. It builds character.) You'll have fun in FWB/Destin, and this is a great place to stay if you're not too picky. We spent two weeks there, and we were comfortable.
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

vanessa c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Labor day weekend
Needs improvement but good overall. Perfect location for family vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Mike L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Trip
Was mostly like it was stated, didn’t like that you couldn’t early check in even though the room had been ready. The walk to the beach would have been tricky with the amount of traffic in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long Weekend
Was able to check in easily, owners had good communication(after an email mishap) and the property was exactly as listed. Great location and met our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

2/10 Terrible

James H., Austin, Tx

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Bait-and-switch and incompetency: avoid RealJoy like the plague!
Booked an extremely nice condo in Destin only to be told one week before the trip that it was 'no longer available.' After responding IMMEDIATELY to their offered alternatives (email), they sat on it for 3 days causing all their properties to book up except for this one ("Hermitage") on Okaloosa Island. Let me tell you, this property was NOTHING like what I'd originally selected nor like the alternative we should have received had RealJoy performed their job properly and changed my selection in a timely manner. It was a complete insult - incredibly outdated interior/furnishings, disgustingly dusty/filthy, and uncomfortable beds/pillows. The blinds were broken, the bay view is a stretch, baths and showers had mildew everywhere, and worse of all the carpet was so filthy our feet were BLACK 15 minutes after arrival!! Incredibly, the wi-fi never worked and RealJoy never delivered us the hotspot the promised. The worst part about everything for me, is this was supposed to be a VERY special vacation for my two young kids and I- our first family vacation in 3 years since my divorce. Having already shown my kids pictures of the condo I originally rented at The Palms Resort (ocean view, resort-style pool, modern, clean, updated) and then arriving to THIS property was such a disappointed to us all. I called immediately upon arrival and after at least 20 calls and several hours later, FINALLY spoke to someone empathetic to our situation and who promised to make things right. While she wasn't able to get me a discount, promises were made to have something special put together for my kids and us adults (my Mom, Aunt, and I). Specifically, promises of pirate cruise tickets and dolphin cruise tickets for us all, some alcoholic beverages for the adults, some cool beach items for the kids, and a giftcard to a really nice restaurant. This made me feel better, but sadly they did not come through next day as promised, so I was left calling them everyday, several times a day, on our vacation until FINALLY they decided to partially come through on the LAST day of our vacation. It was an insult to me to be honest, that they could make such promises and then go silent and then show up on the LAST day with half of what was promised. There is no doubt in my mind that I was the victim of a classic 'Bait-and-Switch' scheme with RealJoy Management. They should have allowed me a full refund. Needless to say staying with Real Joy wasn't a Real Joy at all. Not one bit.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

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