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Emerald Coast Island Vibes!

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A residential area with white shingled houses, a well-maintained lawn, and a clear sky.
A multi-story building with a parking lot in front.
A sign for "The Hermitage by the Bay" with a clear view of the address "HWY. 98 EAST".
A multi-story hotel with a central pool, waterfront views, and a dock.
A parking lot with several cars and boats.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Okaloosa Island Beach
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Place, Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Pier
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Emerald Coast Island Vibes!

The Hermitage on Okaloosa Island: a historic beachfront retreat offering nature's embrace and modern comfort. Pristine sands, tranquil waters, antique-appointed rooms, and exquisite cuisine. A hidden haven for serenity seekers.
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
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3836601vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Fort Walton Beach

Okaloosa Island, a neighbourhood in Fort Walton Beach, is home to this condo. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Okaloosa Island Beach and Destin Beaches. Ready for a night out? Consider Azul Mexican Fusion and AJ’s Seafood & Oyster Bar.
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Fort Walton Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • John Beasley Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪FUBAR Pizza Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Aj's Oyster Shanty - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fish House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Al's Beach Club - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sura Korean Steakhouse - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Emerald Coast Island Vibes! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Emerald Coast Island Vibes! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Emerald Coast Island Vibes!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Emerald Coast Island Vibes!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Emerald Coast Island Vibes!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Emerald Coast Island Vibes! located?

Located in Okaloosa Island, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Choctawhatchee Bay, Okaloosa Island Beach and Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island. Fort Walton Beaches and John Beasley Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!! Kids had a blast snorkeling on the bay. Beach is right across the street. Walmart 5 miles in either location. Right next door to putt putt and go car racing. House was super clean and comfy. 10/10 recommend.
On the private dock feeding the bird
Snorkeling by the private dock
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

need dining table

Nice but would hae liked a dining table.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Yes the host was welcoming.The unit was very dirty, we went to Walmart to grab a bunch of cleaning supplies and cleaned it ourselves. The rug in the living room was so dirty it turned our socks black every time we walked on it. The refrigerator would rock every time we opened the door, so I shimmed it. Too many other quality issues to mention. Not worth the for what you get, will not rent again.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Mar 2026
We apologize for your experience. Had any of this been communicated, we could’ve sent the cleaners back, addressed any issues or placed you in another unit.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This property was listed as pet friendly when we booked it on VRBO but come to find out only owners were aloud to have pets. RYAN THE HOST CHANGED IT AS SOON AS HE REALIZED HOW IT WAS LISTED.....Also the pictures of this property on VRBO is misleading. It is not as nice as the pictures makes it out to be. It is advertised as a 2 bed 2 bathroom when in fact it a one full bathroom with 2 toilets, 2 sinks and 2 showers that is split with a by folding door. The host Ryan promised a 3 day refund for our stay . The email he sent for a refund was for one night. He was not aware of the HOA pet rule nor had ever stepped foot inside the property so he was clueless to the bathroom situation. DO NOT WASTE YOUR YOUR MONEY ON THIS PROPERTY IT IS OVER PRICED AND NOT WORTH THE HASSLE. The only thing this property has going for it is the access to a dock.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jun 2026
Not sure why someone would go through such great lengths to lie… but here we are. We got a email from the HOA with camera footage of the guest and his pets. He brought multiple and when asked about them, started complaining about everything and asked for a full refund. I’m in the property after every cleaner and I’m fully aware of the layout. I inspected it after his departure. He was given two nights refund for the nights that weren’t used which is what we agreed upon in writing.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very clean. There is no beach view which was disappointing. The unit is a corner unit and all you can see is the pool lights. But over all I would book it again because the host went above and beyond for us
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

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