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Family and pet friendly home w/fire pit and only 5 min from beach access

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Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Place, Santa Rosa Sound
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪20 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 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Family and pet friendly home w/fire pit and only 5 min from beach access

Bungalow by the Bay is a beautiful 1541 square-foot home in a quiet, friendly neighborhood just 2 miles from the beach. The living room offers a new sectional couch, flatscreen television with cable and an electric fireplace for cozy nights in. In the updated kitchen, you’ll find stainless steel appliances, as well as everything you’ll need to make your own meals. In addition to pots, pans and cutlery, you’ll find a toaster oven, blender and coffee maker, as well as utensils for grilling on the gas grill. Enjoy your meals at the dining room table with seating for six with room for one or two more on the bench side. Moving to the bedrooms, you’ll find a king size bed in the primary as well as an updated full bath with walk in shower. The second bedroom has a queen bed and a third bedroom, a bunkbed with a twin on top and a full-size bed on the bottom. The second and third bedroom share a full bath, including a bathtub. Both bathrooms have hand held blowdryers, towels, and starter kits of shampoo, conditioner and soap. The backyard is spacious and fully fenced so whether you’re bringing your fur babies or human, there will be plenty of room for everyone to roam. Enjoy chilly nights by the outdoor fire pit which boasts comfy Adirondack chairs and overhead lights. In addition to a putting green and corn hole set, there’s a large concrete pad for the little ones to play safely… toys are not included. If the bugs happen to be biting, enjoy the outdoor space from the protection of the fully screened in patio. Lounge on the comfy patio furniture while sipping a cocktail or reading a book. There is a full size washer and dryer and iron if you like to travel light. The home is also fully stocked with bath and beach towels.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$50 for up to 2 pets. Another $50 per additional.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Do NOT lock front door handle lock. ONLY the keypad
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
*** Please inquire about our pet rules, policies,
$100 per person per night for guests over 7.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3177928vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Fort Walton Beach

Located in Elliot's Point, a neighbourhood in Fort Walton Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. 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 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. With jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Fort Walton Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Santa Rosa Sound - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fort Walton Beach Landing Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sax Grille - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sura Korean Steakhouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Old Bay Steamer - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪FUBAR Pizza Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Maui Bus Stop - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Family and pet friendly home w/fire pit and only 5 min from beach access pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Family and pet friendly home w/fire pit and only 5 min from beach access ?

As of 10 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family and pet friendly home w/fire pit and only 5 min from beach access on 7 Sept, 2026 start from S$464, 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 at Family and pet friendly home w/fire pit and only 5 min from beach access ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family and pet friendly home w/fire pit and only 5 min from beach access ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family and pet friendly home w/fire pit and only 5 min from beach access ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family and pet friendly home w/fire pit and only 5 min from beach access located?

Located in Elliot's Point, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Santa Rosa Sound and Okaloosa Island Beach. Choctawhatchee Bay and Fort Walton Beach Landing Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was a pleasant surprise. The outside looked a little weathered, but upon opening the door, we were rewarded with a completely updated inside. It was very clean and the furnishings were very comfortable. There is more seating than I expected. The mattresses were comfortable too which is a definite plus. We traveled with pets and this was a great place for them since it has a large, fenced in back yard. The neighborhood was quiet and we were close to the venue where our son got married. We were also very close to the beach. The host was very nice and easy to deal with as well. I would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May, 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! Congrats to your son on his wedding — We take a lot of pride in keeping the home clean, comfortable, and well-furnished inside. The large fenced backyard is one of our favorite features — perfect for guests traveling with pets. We love being so close to the beach and local venues, and we always aim to make the experience as easy as possible. Hope to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dakota S.

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

Wonderful place!

We enjoyed our time here! Super nice place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mindy S.

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

Wonderful stay

The house was just right for the 5 of us, beautiful back yard, fun fire pit and a grill. Very close to eveything, 10 mins or less to all the places we visited during our stay. Will definitely book again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felicia J.

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

Cute home in a quiet neighborhood!

The home was perfect for our needs! It was close to everything and very easy to find!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alisha B.

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

Paradise Getaway

We enjoyed our stay! The house was great and had everything we could possibly need. The bed in the master was absolutely amazing! Beautiful place and would definitely like to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul, 2023
It was our pleasure to host you! We’re so glad that you enjoyed your time in Fort Walton at Bungalow By The Bay. We look forward to seeing you again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

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

Spring break

Our family stayed in this home spring break '24. We loved the house! Well kept, great location and friendly neighbors! I would recommend this home!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

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

Fort Walton Beach

This property was in a great location and was absolutely beautiful! The kitchen was well stocked as well as the entire house with all your needed amenities for a beach stay. Karen went out of her way to help me in booking the house and was very kind. Great place to stay overall!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2023
Thank you for your review Lisa! It was our absolute pleasure to host you and your family. It’s important to us that our guests have the best experience possible while staying at Bungalow By The Bay. It’s wonderful to hear when we’ve succeeded in doing that. We hope you come and stay with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nexza R.

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

Beach Family Vacation

We really enjoyed our stay ! The check in process was smooth and instructions of how to get in were easy peasy. The home is very spacious and it fit our family of 5 perfectly. Perfect location, close to beach access and restaurants. Communication was great, always checking in on us and making sure we did not need anything. We hope to come back soon 😊!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonya H.

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

Great getaway!

The house was more than what we expected. The space and location for the price was well worth it. It was a 5 minute drive to the public beach access and just 12 minutes away from Destin. We enjoyed playing cornhole and hanging out in the backyard and cooking in the spacious kitchen. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Billie G.

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

Perfect get away

We rented this property so that we could be close to the venue for my sons wedding and it was perfect. We were able to go back-and-forth as needed without getting out on the busy highway. The house was clean and well stocked with everything that we needed for our stay Check in and check out was a breeze
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylvain M.

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

A+

Perfect for our needs. We stayed two months and truly enjoyed the fonctionality of the house, all the amenities and the location (close to everything). Clean, private and cozy with a large fenced yard and plenty of squirrel entertainment for our dog. Great hosts!! Hospitable, caring and very responsive. A+
Stayed 58 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr, 2023
By definition, Sylvain is the perfect guest. He stayed at our home in Fort Walton Beach FL for two months and when our cleaning person arrived after he checked out she did a head scratch. There was nothing to clean! Obviously she did but couldn’t get over how immaculate the home was. His family traveled with a pet and after an extended stay, left the property in the same condition that they found it in upon arrival. In addition, the person that takes care of our yard work noted that the outside areas of the home were well kept, so much so that other then mowing there wasn’t much for him to do. Also, we had great communication with him concerning a technical glitch with our Nest thermostat and he was able to get it back up and running in very short order. We could go on and on but the bottom line is, this is the perfect guest. A+++
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolina C.

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

pictures do this property no justice you have to stay there!!

we are a military family from alabama and we usually take short trips to destin all the time, from now on this will be my first choice always. as soon as you open the door everything is serene beautiful gorgeous neutral tones that make you feel you are in spa, kitchen has everything you need everything is brand new, it smells new, all beds are super comfortable linens feel amazing. I love to walk barefoot in my house but i never do anywhere else, well in this house even the floor felt good on your feet. the screen patio is very nice and my favorite THE FIRE PIT AREA!!! all apliances are new theres nothing to be improved. LOVED IT THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR MAKING OUR WEEKEND A WONDERFUL STAY
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Kimberly G.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Unprofessional

I have debated on leaving review as this was my first time to use VRBO. But I will try to be as accurate and fair as possible. The property was very nice and had everything we needed. Unfortunately there was a lack of communication between myself and the property manager which at first seemed like no big deal. We had a small dog with us and paid the pet deposit. On the fifth night we were there, the dog damaged a blind in the living room. We had been gone that afternoon and when we got back and saw the blind damaged we immediately contacted the property manager to pay to have the blind replaced. I am assuming that the neighbor who was going on a rampage yelling and throwing rocks spooked the dog and caused the dog damaged the blind. We did not get a response until the next morning which was the day we were leaving. The property manager asked for a picture and i sent it to her and she never replied back. The day after we checked out the owner messaged me to pay almost $300 for carpet shampooing, the blinds, and 2 hours worth of labor for blind for installation. I explained that I would not pay for carpets as the dog was not allowed in the carpeted rooms at all. I tried multiple times to pay for the blinds but I told them I would not pay for 2 hours labor on a mini blind. I should have communicated with the property manager when we arrived due to 5 bags of garbage being in the back yard- no plugger for the toilet that was clogged when we arrived, as we wanted no issues.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2023
Thank you for your review. It is helpful for us as property owners to hear good AND bad feedback from our guests so that we can make Bungalow By The Bay an enjoyable place for our quests to vacation. The home is in a very well established neighborhood and the families that live on both sides of our property are not just neighbors but also friends. Since we’ve owned the property we’ve never had a complaint about either of them. If one of them was having a bad night and spooked your dog I apologize. Our property manager Kim as also our cleaning person and has worked with us since we started short term renting. She knows every inch of the house and when she noticed urine on the carpets in two of the bedrooms that wasn’t there before you checked in she reported it to us, including pictures. The quote we got from Stanley Steamer to shampoo the two rooms was $105. As for the blinds, Kim did not get back to you after you reported the damage because she was busy getting the repair of them done as our next guests were checking in that afternoon. The cost of the replacement panels was $95 and the handyman charged us $40/hour for his time on a Saturday morning. The time it took to go to Lowe’s and install the new blinds was two hours for a total of $80. If you do the math you can see how we got to the amount that we asked for in repairs. After a bit of back and forth with you in which you refused to pay for all but the actual materials ($95) we decided to cut our loses and absorb the cost of the damages ourselves. It’s unfortunate that you chose not to contact Kim about the garbage bags or the clogged toilet. It states very clearly in our welcome book that if there are any issues during your stay to contact her and she will resolve them. I hope this is helpful in clearing up the matter of us, as property owners, being unprofessional.

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