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SD 603: Swaying Palms - Views So Good, You’ll Never Want to Leave!!

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A balcony with a view of the beach, a round table, and two chairs.
A spacious kitchen with light green cabinets, a granite countertop, and a tiled floor.
Local Area Attraction -More Adventure Zone fun - NEW track and bumper boat sections have been added to Adventure Zone
Local Area Attraction -Directly on the beach - The Boardwalk is the perfect location for all Brooks and Shorey Resorts guests to enjoy.
A dining area with a glass-top table, white chairs, and a chandelier.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Okaloosa Island Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • On beach
  • Swimming pool
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue grill
  • On-site fitness centre

Explore the area

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Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Place, Fort Walton Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

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About the area

Fort Walton Beach

Located on the beach, this condo is in Okaloosa Island, a neighbourhood in Fort Walton Beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Okaloosa Island Beach and Destin Beaches. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Preston Hood Athletic Complex, or consider a night out at Azul Mexican Fusion. With jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Fort Walton Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Fort Walton Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Santa Rosa Sound - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Ross Marler Park - 3 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪FUBAR Pizza Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Gi Jade - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Aj's Oyster Shanty - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sura Korean Steakhouse - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does SD 603: Swaying Palms - Views So Good, You’ll Never Want to Leave!! have a pool?

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

Is SD 603: Swaying Palms - Views So Good, You’ll Never Want to Leave!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at SD 603: Swaying Palms - Views So Good, You’ll Never Want to Leave!!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at SD 603: Swaying Palms - Views So Good, You’ll Never Want to Leave!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SD 603: Swaying Palms - Views So Good, You’ll Never Want to Leave!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SD 603: Swaying Palms - Views So Good, You’ll Never Want to Leave!! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Okaloosa Island condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Santa Rosa Sound and Okaloosa Island Beach. Fort Walton Beaches and Gulf Intracoastal Waterway are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 139 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beds were comfortable. It was very quiet and the view was beautiful. Lots of living room seating. Plenty of toiletries and towels to start off. I would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that you found the beds comfortable and enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere and beautiful view. It’s great to know the living room seating, as well as the toiletries and towels, helped make your stay more comfortable. We truly appreciate your feedback and would love to welcome you back anytime!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Needs attention

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have styed in this condo for the last 3 years. It is showing wear. The A/C needs attention, the bedrooms start out hot at night and take several hours to cool down to a comfortable temperature. The dishwasher doesn’t clean well and could stand to be replaced. Also the walls need some touchup paint.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2026
Thank you for staying with us again and for your continued support over the past three years! We appreciate you sharing your concerns about the A/C, dishwasher, and paint. We’ll pass your feedback along to the owner for review and consideration.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

We loved our stay here! What a wonderful location and everyone was very friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan 2024
Thanks for the stellar review! Whenever you are ready to visit the area again, please don't forget to mention our return guest discount!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Getaway

Wonderful trip, excellent experience and ready to book again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thank you for the perfect review... we are excited to hear about your trip.. cant wait to see you again .. Please call us to take advantage of your return guest discounts
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amenities. I liked comfortable chairs on the balcony, comfortable living room furniture and comfortable beds!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Georgeous view and Large rooms.

Loved this condo. Would stay here again! Large kitchen too.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Ft Walton Vacation

Good location and reasonable crowd on the beach. Easy to find, and parking at the facility was good and safe. Only non working thing there was the clothes iron lol.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

We enjoyed everything. The place was nice and clean, big balcony, close to the beach and free chairs! My family wants to go back next year and stay in that condo😊
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

July Beach trip

Our family of 6, kids ages 3-12, stayed for a week. The condo was spacious, clean, and perfect for our beach vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thank you!

I came to rest, relax and reset. This location provided all I needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place to Stay and Relax

The condo is spacious and comfortable. The view is amazing and the beaches were more beautiful than I could have imagined. We got exactly what we expected and more.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good choice!

Great place. Would go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love the Beach Life

Renting was a breeze.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Amazing to hear! We are thrilled you found the process extremely easy and that your stay exceeded your expectations. We look forward to having you back again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Splendid Time

Very satisfied with the accommodations. Everything needed was provided and any concerns were address promptly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2024
Thank you for you lovely feedback! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and we hope to have the opportunity to host you again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Surf Dweller 603

Great location. Large condo with great views of the beach. Condo needs to be updated.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Beautiful view

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very nice condo with a beautiful view. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thank you for the review! We are pleased to know how much you enjoyed your stay in this condo, along with a beautiful view. We appreciate your business and look forward to having you visit with us again!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

We loved this condo.

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: We would rent this unit again. It had great furniture, beds were very comfortable and kitchen was well stocked. The only complaint we had was the carpet in master bedroom and the living room needs to be shampooed.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the furniture, found the beds comfortable, and appreciated the well-stocked kitchen—those are all things we take great pride in. We also sincerely appreciate your feedback regarding the carpet in the master bedroom and living room. We're sorry this detracted from your otherwise positive stay, and we’ll make sure it’s addressed promptly with a professional cleaning. It means a lot to us that you'd consider renting the unit again, and we hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent a week at Surf Dweller 603 but will not return to this unit. First, the pros: The beach was fantastic, and the chair-and-umbrella service was a nice touch. The direct ocean view from the balcony was beautiful, and in August the balcony stayed shaded all day, which felt like a small miracle in the dog days of summer. The condo itself is roomy and the beds are comfortable. Brooks and Shorey was easy to work with and very responsive. When the AC went out, maintenance showed up in less than 30 minutes - gold star service!Now the cons: this unit had a strong musty/sour milk smell. We, along with all our clothes went home with that smell clinging to us. The vents looked like they hadn’t been cleaned since the condo was built. There were also some obvious signs that the condo had taken a few hits along the way — a hole in the wall, a big one in the bedroom door, and purposely cut out one with cables protruding from it. Most of the electrical sockets were so loose the plug fell out. That’s less “vacation rental” and more “electrical roulette,” and definitely a fire hazard. The dining room furniture was stained and the two living room chairs are definitely ready for retirement. The elevators are not for the claustrophobic as they are very hot. Normally, I would choose the stairs, but they were enclosed and equally as hot. In short: I love Brooks and Shorey, and I love the Surf Dweller, just not this particular condo.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback about your stay at Surf Dweller 603. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful beach, ocean views, shaded balcony, comfortable beds, and the chair-and-umbrella service. We’re also especially pleased that our team was able to respond so quickly when the AC went out. We truly appreciate your kind words about Brooks and Shorey’s service. That said, we’re very sorry that the condition of the unit affected your overall experience. The musty odor, unclean vents, damaged areas, stained furniture, and loose electrical outlets you described are certainly not the standard we want for our guests. We take concerns regarding electrical safety particularly seriously, and we will be sure to share these items with the appropriate team for inspection and follow-up. We also understand your frustration with the condition and temperature of the building’s elevators and stairwells. While some aspects of the building are outside the control of the individual unit, we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We’re grateful that, despite the issues with this particular condo, you still had positive things to say about Brooks and Shorey and the Surf Dweller property overall. Your feedback is valuable, and we hope we’ll have the opportunity to provide you with a much better experience in a different unit on a future visit.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great Gulf Front Condo

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: This condo was very nice, was just what we were looking for. It is one of the largest condos we have stayed in. I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2014
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thank you for your great review! We are delighted that you have enjoyed the condo and we hope to see you again very soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Condo

This was a great condo. Pictures were exactly the way the condo looked. Very easy to get on the beach. No problem getting chairs for the beach. Kitchen was well stocked with utensils, pots/pans and serving dishes. Would definitely stay at this condo again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thank you for your review. We are happy that you enjoyed the condo and hope that you will return in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

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: Our stay was good! My 7 year old didn't have much luck with the sliding glass door ended up in the er 1st day down he had broke the tip and had to have stitches! So be aware of the sliding glass door We loved the condo very convenient
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2025
Thank you for your feedback, and we’re so sorry to hear about your son’s injury — we truly hope he’s healing well. Your note about the sliding glass door is appreciated, and we’ll definitely look into it right away. We're glad to hear you still enjoyed the condo overall, and we’d love to welcome you back under better circumstances. Wishing your family all the best!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Quiet & Relaxing

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 had a great family vacation here. Guest experience and customer service was exceptional. Our condo offered great views with beach access - Wish we could live here forever. We would Definity book with them again!
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2024
Thank you for your kind review! We truly strive to provide the best to our guest! We cannot wait to host you again and apply our returning guest discount!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fort Walton Beach Condo

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: Spacious condo, comfortable and clean. Well equipped large kitchen. Beachfront view fantastic from the shaded front deck/porch. The beach chairs and umbrella were a great perk.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share about your recent stay with us. I am pleased to hear the condo fit your needs! We look forward to hosting you again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great room, stiff bed

We always stay at Surf Dweller and have nothing but great things to say about the resort. The rooms here are so spacious that we always feel at home. One issue with this room was the master bed was super firm. It felt like we were sleeping on the floor. But overall it was a lovely week here!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family vacay 2023

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: Our vacation rental was Surf Dweller unit 603. It was awesome and had an amazing view. There was plenty of room for our family of 7. The pool was great, the beach is so clean and gorgeous. I just wish the balcony had taller chairs and more places to sit and enjoy the view.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thank you for choosing us during your visit. I am delighted to read you an awesome stay and enjoyed the amazing view. In addition, we have noted your feedback regarding your wish balcony had taller chairs and will share it with the appropriate individuals as we plan for the future. We hope to welcome you again!
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