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A316! GREAT FAMILY GETAWAY! OVERLOOKS THE WATERPARK!

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Living area
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Shared communal pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area

About this property

A316! GREAT FAMILY GETAWAY! OVERLOOKS THE WATERPARK!

Waterscape A316

Waterscape A316 is a well appointed third floor, two bedroom, two and a half bath condo with a bunk area located at Waterscape Resort on Okaloosa Island. The beachfront resort sits between Destin and Fort Walton Beach and is close to a variety of restaurants, attractions, and activities.

The condo comfortably accommodates up to eight guests. The primary bedroom features a king bed, the second bedroom includes a queen bed, and the bunk area has two twin beds. A queen sleeper sofa in the living room provides additional sleeping space when needed.

Inside, the condo offers an open and comfortable layout with 9-foot ceilings, crown molding, and a private balcony. Both the primary bedroom and the second bedroom have balcony access and each includes its own private bathroom. The separate bunk area provides additional space for children or extra guests.

The kitchen is fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, cabinetry, and a breakfast bar. The unit also includes a washer and dryer and complimentary Wi-Fi.

Waterscape Resort Amenities

Guests have access to a wide range of resort amenities, including:

Beach service included March through October (not all Waterscape units include beach service)

Keyless door code entry for convenient check-in at 4:00 PM Central

Zero-entry pool

Large free-form pool

Two hot tubs and a lazy river

Children’s splash pad with pirate ship and water features

Play area for toddlers and children

Fitness center overlooking the pool area

Multiple outdoor grills throughout the pool decks

10-foot waterfall between two courtyard levels

Conference room

Gated parking deck

On-site security

Approximately 490 feet of beachfront along the Gulf

Waterscape is located on Okaloosa Island, about six miles from Destin. Nearby attractions include the Gulfarium, Big Kahuna’s Water Park, The Track Recreation Center, miniature golf, museums, and a variety of restaurants and shopping options. Beach activities such as parasailing, jet skiing, and windsurfing are also available nearby.

Guests must be at least 25 years old to rent this property. During Spring Break, the minimum acceptable ratio is one person age 25 or older for every two guests under age 25.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 825264vb
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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

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 Fort Walton Beaches. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Emerald Coast Science Center. With snorkelling, power boating and surfing/body boarding 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
  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old Bay Steamer - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪FUBAR Pizza Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Floyd's Shrimp House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Upper Deck Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Angler's Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A316! GREAT FAMILY GETAWAY! OVERLOOKS THE WATERPARK! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at A316! GREAT FAMILY GETAWAY! OVERLOOKS THE WATERPARK!?

As of 9 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A316! GREAT FAMILY GETAWAY! OVERLOOKS THE WATERPARK! on 16 Aug, 2026 start from S$386, 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 A316! GREAT FAMILY GETAWAY! OVERLOOKS THE WATERPARK!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A316! GREAT FAMILY GETAWAY! OVERLOOKS THE WATERPARK!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A316! GREAT FAMILY GETAWAY! OVERLOOKS THE WATERPARK!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A316! GREAT FAMILY GETAWAY! OVERLOOKS THE WATERPARK! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Okaloosa Island condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. Ross Marler Park and Santa Rosa Sound are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 33 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Joshua P.

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

Great place

Great condo, awesome pool for kids, clean and easy access to beach
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2025
Thank you for the great review. We’re glad you enjoyed the condo, pool, and easy beach access. We hope to welcome you back for another visit.
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10/10 Excellent

Priscilla W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

It was a hreat stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2023
Hello! Thank you for choosing Best Beach! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great stay! Your positive feedback means a lot to us, and we look forward to the chance to exceed your expectations in the future!
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10/10 Excellent

Crystal S.

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

Waterscape rental

Absolutely perfect beach get away for families!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Thank you so much for taking the time to review your stay. We are so glad you enjoyed your time at the beach and hope to see you again soon!
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8/10 Good

Jeremy C.

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

Good stay

Had a blast.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2025
We’re glad to hear you had a great time and enjoyed your stay. Thank you for choosing us and we hope to see you again soon.
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10/10 Excellent

Heather E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation

The condo could have had a better cleaning before entering but overall the resort and condo itself were amazing and we would love to come back. The kids loved the pool and the beach was awesome and of far walk at all. Loved the Waffle House right next to condo!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Thank you for the feedback. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to seeing you again at the beach!
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10/10 Excellent

Jack L.

The amenities were awesome

Our kids had a great time! We were able to sit back and relax and watch them go crazy. The facility is very well maintained
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Thank you for the feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again next year!
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10/10 Excellent

Cassandra r.

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

Great location

Property was great, could use some updated living room furniture. When we arrived the coffee table was missing a pane of glass and half the dining table chairs are moments from breaking
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We’re happy you enjoyed the property and location. We appreciate you noting the furniture concerns, and our team will review those items for repair or replacement. We’re glad the stay went well overall and hope to welcome you back soon.
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8/10 Good

LENORE M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual Beach Vacation

Great experience. Liked the layout of the room and had a good view. Pool area is the best around. Beach was nice. Only issue was none on the bathroom or bedroom doors lock and could not get bands upon arrival. Did get early check in which was a plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug, 2023
Lenore, thank you for your great review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We do make our guests aware that check in is at 4 pm in our carefree instructions, but we usually do everything we can to get you in early and let you know as soon as it is ready. Unfortunately, we are not able to provide arm bands before then but there are several public beach accesses nearby that you are welcome to use while you wait if you arrive early. We look forward to having you stay with us again in the future.
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10/10 Excellent

Jena B.

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

Summer 2022

Check in was easy! Place was clean. Had a well stocked kitchen. Pool and beach was great. Kids enjoyed the place. Carpet was a little messed up but nothing terrible. Table was well used. Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct, 2022
We’re delighted to hear that you had an enjoyable vacation! We look forward to your return.
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

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

Waterscape A316

Very nice property. Needs some minor attention to things like the clothes dryer, the bifold door to the washer/dryer, the ice dispenser on the fridge, but otherwise, I’d absolutely stay here again and recommend this unit
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2020
Thank you for taking time to leave a review. We really appreciate your feedback and hope to have you as our guest again soon!
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8/10 Good

Chris P.

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

Great Property, Nice Room

Very nice property for families with pre-teens and younger. Room had a couple of minor maintenance issues that need to be addressed, such as big wrinkles in the carpet and the closet doors that weren't hung properly. However, we easily overlooked these issues due to the great layout of the property and quality of the family crowd. Much better than our recent trips to Virginia Beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2025
Thank you for the nice review. We’re glad you and your family enjoyed the property and the layout of the condo. We appreciate you noting the minor maintenance items and will ensure those are looked into. We hope to see you again for another great family getaway.
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2/10 Terrible

Jessica F.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Check in

I dislike the fact that Vrbo says time frames are listed to check in and then later come to find out that check ins are at 4pm
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2022
Jessica, we apologize for any inconvenience this caused you or your family. We do have it posted correctly on the listing website, in our rental agreement and our carefree instructions what the correct time for check/in and out are and are working with vrbo on fixing this issue on their end. I do believe that we texted you prior to 4 pm to let you know the condo was ready early. I do wish that you would have reached out prior to leaving this review so that we could have explained this and maybe have left a better review of your stay. We also hope that despite this issue, that you had a great stay and would be willing to stay with us again. Take care
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri W.

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

Excellent location with outstanding view

Our family gathered here for Thanksgiving together. Some came from Colorado, some from Michigan. Overall, the condo worked for a group of 7 (one was local). Enjoyed coffee on the balcony each morning looking out at the ocean. Bathrooms were incredible. The kitchen had good pots and pans, however it was small for cooking a full Thanksgiving dinner. LOL. Needed more storage and counter space.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Dec, 2020
Thank you for taking time to leave a review. We really appreciate your feedback and hope to have you as our guest again soon!
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8/10 Good

Terri D.

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

It was ok.

Other than a broken chair at the dining table, air not keeping up so it was steadily hot in the condo, and the dryer making an awful noise, too loud to even use it, but over all it was ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2025
Thank you for staying with us and sharing your experience. We appreciate your notes about the AC and dryer and will make sure maintenance reviews those items. We’re glad you still had an enjoyable stay overall.
Verified

6/10 Okay

April W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Great location

We loved the resort and location. The condo is outdated and clearly an investment property with no upgrades. We made due with what we had. Would have been nice to have locks on all bedrooms/bathrooms. Blackout curtains in the master is almost a necessity because you get all the lights from the pool/ gym area shining into the bedroom all night long. We stayed with 3 other families, all paying the same amount, and ours was definitely the one that needed the most work done. We will be back to this resort but will be finding a different condo next year.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct, 2022
Thank you for sharing your candid feedback. Your comments have been shared with the team for potential opportunities for improvement. We look forward to your next visit.
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6/10 Okay

Tristyn B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Dirty & broken

The carpets were very dirty and stained, ever thing was broken… stains on side of mattress that could have been covered with a sheet. RUDE phone call saying our payment didn’t go through, which was because we have a limit on cards, I said let me raise limit real quick and she acted like she didn’t believe me…. Have to walk through parking garage to get to pool. They did have a good pizza though.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2025
We’re sorry to hear parts of your stay didn’t meet expectations. Your comments about cleanliness and maintenance have been shared with our team for review. We appreciate the feedback and hope to have the opportunity to provide a better experience in the future.
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6/10 Okay

Richard C.

Overall just average

Couldn't always get in touch with "Best Beach Get Aways" when needed. Had to call back too many times. However, they did get us in early and we greatly appreciated that! Property needed attention. Closet door was off track, but I FIXED IT. Blender was missing the pitcher, so WE BOUGHT A BLENDER and had to use paper towels as coffee filter since the filter that was specifically made for the coffee maker must have been thrown away at one time and "normal" filters don't fit. The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. Very quiet dishwasher and freezer made ice very quickly.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Thank you for the feedback. We apologize that you had trouble reaching our staff. We are looking into the communication issue and will use the information to improve our performance.
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6/10 Okay

Monica W.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Review

The resort is very nice. Loved the pools and lazy river. The condo was spacious and had a nice view of the pools and ocean. The balcony had nice shade in the morning which was great for waking up and drinking coffee and relaxing before heading to the beach. Two beach chairs were included in our stay, which we used daily. The bathrooms are spacious and have great storage. The overall decor in the condo was dated, but it matches the pictures online. I do have 2 complaints about the condo though. The first complaint is that the carpet is very dirty. If you have small kids, I would consider a different condo, especially if they are young. Second, the whole condo could use a major cleaning. For the ridiculous amount of money that they charge, I expected more of an upscale, clean feel. I have rented from owners using VRBO before and never had a problem before. Beware, this condo is managed by a company and not an owner. Because of this, there is a lack of responsibility and accountability when it comes to the concerns of the guests. I asked several questions by e-mail before the trip and none of them were answered. In the future, I will only rent from individuals and not companies.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2025
Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. We’re happy you enjoyed the resort, pools, and beautiful views from the balcony. We appreciate your comments about cleanliness and communication and will be sure to review these with our team to ensure a better guest experience moving forward.
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8/10 Good

Stephanie R.

Nice view, great beach, fun property with a lot of pool options

The size and layout was great. Bathrooms are huge. I wish I would have read reviews again prior to going or a list of things to take would be nice. You must provide your own beach towels. Only one roll of TP per bathroom and one roll of paper towels provided, so bring extra TP. There’s not a crockpot, FYI. The pans were cheap and a pot was cracked, but we were still able to cook. There’s a measuring cup but no measuring spoons. There is a toaster, blender, coffeemaker, cutting board. You’ll need to bring dish soap and laundry soap. Neither DVD player worked. A few games, puzzles, coloring books, or deck of cards would have been nice to have on our rainy days. The property has gas grills which is nice, though we didn’t use them. No need to buy charcoal. I’m not sure if it was the carpet or perhaps the sofas, but the room had a musty/old smoke smell. The pools were fun and thank goodness for the heated pool because it was cold while we were there. The beach and beach service was great. There’s no longer an arcade room as shown in the pictures. It would have been nice to have a small snack shop or restaurant on site that was actually open. I only saw the one by the pool open twice the week we were there and they sometimes didn’t have food and closed before dinner each day. Guests reserved seats by the heated pool and all chairs were taken by 8:30 in the morning despite signs saying it was strictly prohibited, which was disappointing. Overall, it was a decent place with a view, great beach, and lots of pool options. The beds were comfortable. We’d stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2020
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again soon!
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2/10 Terrible

Alexis J.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

HORRIBLE SCAM!!! HAZARDOUS CONDO! DO NOT RENT

WHAT A NIGHTMARE. This property is not accurately represented online and had HAZARDOUS conditions. We arrived to buckling carpet with exposed nails (KIDS stepped on them), shower door that doesn’t close, broken balcony furniture (you could just flip right off the third floor), a giant hairy booger smeared on the wall of the dining area, run down furniture, and old junky TVs (we couldn’t watch a basketball game the picture was so bad). We contacted the property manager about these issues and she informed us that company is aware of them and agrees the condo is bad, but it’s just so booked up they don’t have time to resolve the problems.. That is totally unacceptable. It is neglect. And the price they are charging is in no way reflective of what they are providing. We tried to look past all of this and stayed the first night. The next day we found a water leak in one of the bedroom ceilings which soaked the carpet, we put an ice chest under the leak to catch the water, TOOK A VIDEO FOR PROOF, and called management. A security person from Waterscape came up and saw the leak and took down all of our info. Management was not helpful and since we had 3 small kids and an unusable bedroom we had to leave. We were extremely upset and inconvenienced the entire trip, we asked for our money back. We were told the next day that they didn’t see a leak and said the carpet was wet from our ice chest.. even though we had a video of the leak and a third party witness. This company is not being held accountable whatsoever and they are not issuing us a full refund, they gave us a small refund that they deemed as “fair” and are now ignoring us. Best Beach Getaways seems to be a total scam, they charged us nearly $1700 for 3 nights in a run down grimy condo. DO NOT RENT THIS UNIT.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept, 2025
We’re very sorry that your stay did not meet expectations. While we understand your frustration, we want to clarify that there were no hazardous conditions in the unit. All units are inspected and maintained regularly to meet safety standards. We regret that the water leak and other maintenance issues impacted your visit, and our team responded promptly to assess the situation. We encourage guests to report concerns during their stay so that they can be addressed immediately. Your feedback is important and will be reviewed to help improve our units and guest experience going forward.
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8/10 Good

Theodore N.

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

Don’t Take other reviews too seriously

I just completed 6 nights in mid-September 2023 at Waterscape A-316. For what I paid, it was everything I expected and more. My family had a wonderful trip and would rent this property again. There are several very negative past reviews that overstate the severity of very minor issues and the expectations of those reviewers is either way too high or they intentionally misrepresented the property. Positives: - Huge space for the price. 2 Bed, 2.5 bath with bunks in their own space off the kitchen. Good size rooms all around. - Huge Bathrooms - Great bathroom spaces. Master has double vanity and bigger tub. 2nd full bath a little smaller but still excellent. - Cleanliness - Apartment and property are well maintained, though they do show their age in some areas. Especially compared to many other condo buildings in the area. - Location - Right on the main road, easy in and easy out. 5 minute drive to Destin, 5 minutes to anything in Fort Walton. Room is super convenient to anything you need on property. Quiet. No hall noise that we could discern. - Property - Well-maintained and beautiful landscaping. Maintenance crew visibly keeping up the property daily. 4 pools all kept clean - though only 1 is heated and the pools are shaded most of the day so if it drops below 70 at night most of the pools stay chilly. Grills and tiki hut were great options. Easy walk out to the beach. Great location. Cons: - Unit needs updating - Much of the furniture is showing wear and so are the walls/doors. Water damage and scuffed corners are visible. Beds and couch are worn out - clean and still comfortable, just that the cushions and mattresses need a refresh. Most other things lit kitchen utensils, shower doors, paint, carpet are not in bad shape but just could use a good refresh. - Missing the arcade/game room - Game room is listed as available but we could not find it in property. - Beach service - Beach service is included (a great perk) however the way chairs are arranged on the beach, if you are not outside waiting early, you will be far from the water. -Non-existent cancellation policy - We had a family emergency threaten to interrupt our stay (it thankfully did not). Attempts to cancel were met with a hard no and an unwillingness to make an exception. Beware there is no cancellation at all after booking confirmation unless you buy trip insurance.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct, 2022
Theo, thank you so much for all of this feedback. We appreciate you giving us a shot and so glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again soon.
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10/10 Excellent

Jill T.

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

Nice Pool Condo For Family

Was given a code at check in after signing a form. It was seamless and easy to access. Convenient to parking, pool, and elevator. Room was clean. 2 bedrooms, each with on suite BIG bathroom with shower and baths. This was great for our family. The bunk beds were nice, although next to the kitchen so not too quite for kids. We loved walking to the pool and beach each day. Yes the carpet is old and wrinkly but with sand and such, idk how it wouldn't be. Yes, washing machine is loud. Kitchen was good with basic pots and pans. NO spices, oils, salt/pepper.... or anything. So bring anything you'd need. Cupboards are completely bare. They had only a small amount of shampoo and dish soap. No laundry soap. They did have enough towels and blankets. I think they fixed many of the things that were broken, in fact, someone came by to fix something while we were staying there. I was bummed the two DVD players did not work. 3 TVs in the unit. Pull out couch is fine for kids, but not too comfy for adults. Unit was very nice and the patio had a good view. You can see a small spot of the beach, but honestly you don't need a beach view to enjoy the unit. You can either walk through the parking lot to access the pool, or down the hall a bit through the stairwell. No biggie. 3rd floor is nice and a little more out of the way. Glad I didn't get a floor unit. We enjoyed our time and it really felt like vacation. Most of the residents there were friendly. Opening doors, respecting space, etc. A very family-friendly place. Condo is also near restaurants, shops, and the pier is just a short beach walk away as well. It was our first time to Fort Walton area, and we loved it. So many pools! The tables and chairs get claimed quick, but you can always find open loungers at the kiddie splash pad, which is what we did since we weren't in a hurry to claim territory. We were able to grill poolside, no problem. The beach umbrella service was nice. They set up two chairs with one umbrella in between. For a family of 7, we just brought our own tent... but it is nice to have things already down there if you have a smaller group. They make a big horseshoe on the beach in front of the condos so they really claim the sand. Glad I found this unit, and wanted to leave a detailed review as it was helpful in my planning! You'll love it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct, 2025
Thank you for such a thoughtful review. We’re glad you enjoyed the location, layout, and family-friendly atmosphere. We also appreciate your detailed feedback about supplies and amenities, and we’ll share that with our team. We hope to welcome you back for another beach trip soon.
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2/10 Terrible

Karli S.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Not as advertised.

PLEASE BEWARE!! This place is horribly misleading. We walked in the door & the place was disgusting, hair on the bed and bathroom floor, carpets were needing to replaced years ago, furniture was falling apart, stains on pretty much everything, chairs, doors, walls etc. We checked the reviews after staying and the broken chair leg and carpet have been mentioned and nothing obviously has been done. (Maintenance did come fix chair.) After finally walking around the grounds, we found out only one pool is heated, the lazy river was under construction & had been for quite some time, we were not notified that the lazy river was down at all. The HOA we spoke to said this company was notified & also required to post when things are not available. There is not an Arcade & hasn't been one on the property in 5 YEARS!!!!! The first night we stayed, the master bedrooms got down into 50s at night you could almost see your breath. Mind you we had the temp set all the way up to 78 degrees & the living room and the bunk beds were scortching hot and bedrooms were freezing. The company sent out three different people to fix the issue & they said nothing could be done besides closing the bunk bed vents & they said just leave all the doors open so air can flow. They said we could have space heaters for the rooms but we never got any. Also, none of the doors have locks that work. Coffee pot was broken, can opener was also broken. The first night there we left to go get groceries and tried to return to the condo to find out there is a keypad to get back in the parking garage. This was after hours & no one could help us. Finally after 30 minutes we found an emergency phone number & they gave us the code to get in. But not after getting argumentative about it and saying it was in the email we should have got. We triple checked it to be sure and yep, no code sent. It was not in the email at all. So basically we paid a bunch of money to get completely screwed and didn't have half of the amenities we were supposed to have. I could literally go on and on with more issues but I think you get the point. What we booked and what we got were not the same. Very disappointed. The kids were crying because they were looking forward to lazy river & arcade. Do not rent from this company. They do not know how to run a business and their customer service is less than satisfactory. I wish I could give them a lower rating than we did. We sent pictures to VRBO & never heard anything back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept, 2025
We’re very sorry your stay did not meet expectations. We strive to accurately represent our units and the resort amenities, and we apologize for any miscommunications about the pools, lazy river, and other facilities. Our maintenance team responded promptly to the chair and temperature issues, and we regret that the HVAC and other concerns could not be fully resolved during your stay. The unit is inspected and cleaned before each guest, and we encourage reporting any issues immediately so they can be addressed quickly. Your feedback regarding locks, appliances, and communication will be reviewed to improve the experience for future guests.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Watson

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Disliked: Amenities
Loved the pools and the lazy river, even though it needed “policed” better. Pool attendants needed to keep a better eye on children doing things they shouldn’t be, instead of worrying about taking up peoples towels if they haven’t been in their chairs in an hour! All the appliances need upgraded in the unit.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillip R.

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

Excellent

We loved it here. Will definitely be returning soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May, 2022
Philip, thank you for your great review. We look forward to having you back soon.

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