Ft Walton Beach Vacation Condo Rental
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IT'S THE TOPS! is a beachfront vacation rental directly on the pristine shores of the Gulf of Mexico with unobstructed ocean views situated on 426 feet of beautiful sugar white beach!
OVERVIEW:
3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Sleeps 8
Spacious 6th Floor West End Corner Penthouse
Private Balcony off Living area and Master Bedroom
Shared Pools (Heated Nov.- Mar.), Jacuzzi, Gazebo, BBQ
Cable Internet, Tennis Court, Exercise Room
Reserved Garage Parking, On-site Parking for Boat/RV
This upscale penthouse is conveniently located just 10 minutes from popular Destin HarborWalk Village, the area hub for water activities such as dolphin cruises, charter fishing trips, boating, snorkeling, scuba diving, para-sailing, hang-gliding, and more.
Okaloosa Island is a crown jewel on the Emerald Coast and its top rated beach. The cool, soft, stunningly white sand, gentle dunes, protected sea oats, and sparkling blue-green water have earned this area the rating as top family vacation area by Southern Living Magazine and U.S. A Today readers. Close by you can walk for miles on the island’s peaceful stretch of unspoiled beach. All you will see are sand dunes on one side and the beautiful Gulf on the other.
The penthouse is located on the west end, providing more interior space, greater privacy, more windows for more breathtaking views and increased interior light.You will delight in the sunsets, the changing colors of the sky, the moon reflecting on the water, and the soothing sounds of the ocean caressing the shore.
Sunbathe on the patio or lounge in the gazebo while watching the children play in the sparkling beach-side pool (heated Nov.- Mar.). Sink into the master bath Jacuzzi tub and relax after a workout in the exercise room or a game of tennis or a busy day of shopping and sightseeing in Destin and Fort Walton Beach.
You may choose to enjoy cooking a gourmet meal in the large fully-equipped kitchen or to grill on the BBQ on the grounds in a picnic-style setting. If you don't feel like cooking, there are many good restaurants close by.
The beach is beautiful so you will enjoy a stroll over the PRIVATE DUNE WALKOVER to swim in the inviting Gulf waters, build sandcastles, or to begin a peaceful walk along the silky soft sand.
You will enjoy a relaxing and fun filled vacation when you stay in the penthouse and will return home refreshed to forever remember the natural beauty of this island water wonderland.
Why We Love Our Vacation Rental
The penthouse is the ideal location in the complex, right on top and the west end corner unit. The 9 ft. ceilings, additional windows, spacious rooms and beautiful views and over 1500 sq. ft. make this a prime pick for renters.
The resort is well maintained and attractive and right on the beach. There is lots of parking for cars and boats and a reserved space in the parking garage which is very close to the elevator which saves on walking with luggage. The 2 pools are heated in winter which is a plus for winter guests. Having a large Jacuzzi in the master bath plus a walk in shower is another big plus.
This condo is ideal for families and there is lots of room so no one feels cramped for space.
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Beachfront Penthouse: 3 BR, 3BA Jacuzzi, Pool,Tennis Court
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IT'S THE TOPS! is a beachfront vacation rental directly on the pristine shores of the Gulf of Mexico with unobstructed ocean views situated on 426 feet of beautiful sugar white beach!
OVERVIEW:
3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Sleeps 8
Spacious 6th Floor West End Corner Penthouse
Private Balcony off Living area and Master Bedroom
Shared Pools (Heated Nov.- Mar.), Jacuzzi, Gazebo, BBQ
Cable Internet, Tennis Court, Exercise Room
Reserved Garage Parking, On-site Parking for Boat/RV
This upscale penthouse is conveniently located just 10 minutes from popular Destin HarborWalk Village, the area hub for water activities such as dolphin cruises, charter fishing trips, boating, snorkeling, scuba diving, para-sailing, hang-gliding, and more.
Okaloosa Island is a crown jewel on the Emerald Coast and its top rated beach. The cool, soft, stunningly white sand, gentle dunes, protected sea oats, and sparkling blue-green water have earned this area the rating as top family vacation area by Southern Living Magazine and U.S. A Today readers. Close by you can walk for miles on the island’s peaceful stretch of unspoiled beach. All you will see are sand dunes on one side and the beautiful Gulf on the other.
The penthouse is located on the west end, providing more interior space, greater privacy, more windows for more breathtaking views and increased interior light.You will delight in the sunsets, the changing colors of the sky, the moon reflecting on the water, and the soothing sounds of the ocean caressing the shore.
Sunbathe on the patio or lounge in the gazebo while watching the children play in the sparkling beach-side pool (heated Nov.- Mar.). Sink into the master bath Jacuzzi tub and relax after a workout in the exercise room or a game of tennis or a busy day of shopping and sightseeing in Destin and Fort Walton Beach.
You may choose to enjoy cooking a gourmet meal in the large fully-equipped kitchen or to grill on the BBQ on the grounds in a picnic-style setting. If you don't feel like cooking, there are many good restaurants close by.
The beach is beautiful so you will enjoy a stroll over the PRIVATE DUNE WALKOVER to swim in the inviting Gulf waters, build sandcastles, or to begin a peaceful walk along the silky soft sand.
You will enjoy a relaxing and fun filled vacation when you stay in the penthouse and will return home refreshed to forever remember the natural beauty of this island water wonderland.
Why We Love Our Vacation Rental
The penthouse is the ideal location in the complex, right on top and the west end corner unit. The 9 ft. ceilings, additional windows, spacious rooms and beautiful views and over 1500 sq. ft. make this a prime pick for renters.
The resort is well maintained and attractive and right on the beach. There is lots of parking for cars and boats and a reserved space in the parking garage which is very close to the elevator which saves on walking with luggage. The 2 pools are heated in winter which is a plus for winter guests. Having a large Jacuzzi in the master bath plus a walk in shower is another big plus.
This condo is ideal for families and there is lots of room so no one feels cramped for space.
Property Information - Vacation By Owner
| Listing Title: | Beachfront Penthouse: 3 BR, 3BA Jacuzzi, Pool,Tennis Court |
| Property Type: | Condo |
| Bedrooms: | 3 |
| Sleeps: | 8 |
| Bathrooms: | 3 Full |
| Property ID #: | 2869 |
| Contact Name: | Kathy Wright |
| Phone #: | 850-865-4850 |
Address:
Gulf Dunes Resort
Nearest Airport: Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS)
For Sale?
Yes, this property is also for sale. Contact the owner for more information.
Condo Features and Area Attractions
Best Places to Eat:
We have an information binder in the condo listing many popular restaurants for every palate. Here are some we like:
Fort Walton Beach:
Staff's - The oldest restaurant in FWB famous for its lobster and large desert selection; very popular with locals.
Magnolia Grill - Delicious food and like Staff's serves large portions. Entertainment on the weekend. Lots of atmosphere.
Pranzo's Italian - on the island. Very good!
Old Bay Steamer - huge portions or a variety of fresh steamed seafood. Very popular.
Cajun's - On Mary Esther Blvd. Gumbo is delicious. Try it for lunch.
Panda's Chinese Buffet - Largest in the Panhandle with a variety of dishes and Mongolian BBQ too.
Okinawa Japanese Steak and Seafood House - Enjoy authentic Japanese food and sushi. Japanese attire worn by the waitresses.
Destin:
Commander's Palace - Best of the Best
Dewey Destin's - 2 restaurants near the harbor - Has his own fishing fleet so seafood is fresh.
Louisiana Lagniappe - very popular with locals and visitors. Love their Mardi Gras Shrimp!
Any restaurant at Village at Baytowne Wharf in San Destin. Acme Oyster House for New Orleans cooking and upscale Marlin Grill are excellent.
Capt. Dave's on the Gulf - fresh seafood.
Pompano Joe's - busy spot on the Destin beach serving Polynesian style seafood dishes among their delicious choices.
The Back Porch - Fresh seafood and great platters; right on the sand.
Ruth Chris - Mouth-watering steaks.
Bonefish Grill - Delicious!
Mitchell's Seafood - so fresh, great food.
Located at Grand Boulevard in San Destin.
Callahan's - salads, lunch, dinner, deli. Popular with locals, good lunch menu.
McAlister's Deli - Soup, Salad, Sandwiches.
Panera Bread. One in Ft. Walton by Santa Rosa Mall and one at Destin Commons Mall.
Area Attractions and Nearby Activities:
LOCATION:
Gulf Dunes Resort
376 Santa Rosa Blvd.
Okaloosa Island/Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
1 mile from downtown Fort Walton Beach, 6 miles west of
Destin Harbor.
45 miles east of Pensacola and 50 miles west of Panama
City Beach.
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AREA ATTRACTIONS:
•Gulfarium-Okaloosa Island – dolphin/sea lion shows, live exhibits.
•Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier- fish, watch dolphins play
•Destin HarborWalk Village – home of Destin Fishing Fleet/water activities/restaurants/nightlife
•The Track Family Recreation Center-Destin
•Big Kahuna’s Water and Adventure Park-Destin
•Gator Beach at Fudpucker’s-Destin – children can feed the gators
•Indian Temple Mound and Museum-Fort Walton Beach
•Emerald Coast Science Center-kids love it! - Fort Walton Beach
•Air Force Armament Museum (Eglin Air Force Base)
•Shopping: Silver Sands Designer Factory Stores (100 stores, San Destin area, Destin Commons Open Air Mall (Belks, Bass Pro Shop, many stores) and several shopping centers adjoining (SteinMart, Ross, Old Navy, Best Buy, Michaels), Santa Rosa Mall (Fort Walton Beach - Penny's, Sears, Belks, Dillards). Nearby are Kohls,TJ MAX, Bealls Outlet, Ross, Tuesday Morning, Sam's Club and Walmart Super Store. Supermarkets nearby are Publix, Winn-Dixie and Food World.
VACATION ACTIVITIES:
Golf, Miniature Golf, Tennis, Shopping, Sightseeing, Dining, Biking, Gym, Health/Beauty Spa, Cinema/Live Theatre, Museum, Art Galleries, Dinner Cruises, Dolphin Cruises, Zoo, Water Sports: Surfing, Wind Surfing, Kayaking, Sailing, Boating, Waterskiing, Jet Skiing, Snorkeling/Diving, Parasailing, Fresh Water/Salt Water/Deep Sea/ Bay and Fly fishing.
We have an information binder in the condo listing many popular restaurants for every palate. Here are some we like:
Fort Walton Beach:
Staff's - The oldest restaurant in FWB famous for its lobster and large desert selection; very popular with locals.
Magnolia Grill - Delicious food and like Staff's serves large portions. Entertainment on the weekend. Lots of atmosphere.
Pranzo's Italian - on the island. Very good!
Old Bay Steamer - huge portions or a variety of fresh steamed seafood. Very popular.
Cajun's - On Mary Esther Blvd. Gumbo is delicious. Try it for lunch.
Panda's Chinese Buffet - Largest in the Panhandle with a variety of dishes and Mongolian BBQ too.
Okinawa Japanese Steak and Seafood House - Enjoy authentic Japanese food and sushi. Japanese attire worn by the waitresses.
Destin:
Commander's Palace - Best of the Best
Dewey Destin's - 2 restaurants near the harbor - Has his own fishing fleet so seafood is fresh.
Louisiana Lagniappe - very popular with locals and visitors. Love their Mardi Gras Shrimp!
Any restaurant at Village at Baytowne Wharf in San Destin. Acme Oyster House for New Orleans cooking and upscale Marlin Grill are excellent.
Capt. Dave's on the Gulf - fresh seafood.
Pompano Joe's - busy spot on the Destin beach serving Polynesian style seafood dishes among their delicious choices.
The Back Porch - Fresh seafood and great platters; right on the sand.
Ruth Chris - Mouth-watering steaks.
Bonefish Grill - Delicious!
Mitchell's Seafood - so fresh, great food.
Located at Grand Boulevard in San Destin.
Callahan's - salads, lunch, dinner, deli. Popular with locals, good lunch menu.
McAlister's Deli - Soup, Salad, Sandwiches.
Panera Bread. One in Ft. Walton by Santa Rosa Mall and one at Destin Commons Mall.
Area Attractions and Nearby Activities:
LOCATION:
Gulf Dunes Resort
376 Santa Rosa Blvd.
Okaloosa Island/Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
1 mile from downtown Fort Walton Beach, 6 miles west of
Destin Harbor.
45 miles east of Pensacola and 50 miles west of Panama
City Beach.
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AREA ATTRACTIONS:
•Gulfarium-Okaloosa Island – dolphin/sea lion shows, live exhibits.
•Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier- fish, watch dolphins play
•Destin HarborWalk Village – home of Destin Fishing Fleet/water activities/restaurants/nightlife
•The Track Family Recreation Center-Destin
•Big Kahuna’s Water and Adventure Park-Destin
•Gator Beach at Fudpucker’s-Destin – children can feed the gators
•Indian Temple Mound and Museum-Fort Walton Beach
•Emerald Coast Science Center-kids love it! - Fort Walton Beach
•Air Force Armament Museum (Eglin Air Force Base)
•Shopping: Silver Sands Designer Factory Stores (100 stores, San Destin area, Destin Commons Open Air Mall (Belks, Bass Pro Shop, many stores) and several shopping centers adjoining (SteinMart, Ross, Old Navy, Best Buy, Michaels), Santa Rosa Mall (Fort Walton Beach - Penny's, Sears, Belks, Dillards). Nearby are Kohls,TJ MAX, Bealls Outlet, Ross, Tuesday Morning, Sam's Club and Walmart Super Store. Supermarkets nearby are Publix, Winn-Dixie and Food World.
VACATION ACTIVITIES:
Golf, Miniature Golf, Tennis, Shopping, Sightseeing, Dining, Biking, Gym, Health/Beauty Spa, Cinema/Live Theatre, Museum, Art Galleries, Dinner Cruises, Dolphin Cruises, Zoo, Water Sports: Surfing, Wind Surfing, Kayaking, Sailing, Boating, Waterskiing, Jet Skiing, Snorkeling/Diving, Parasailing, Fresh Water/Salt Water/Deep Sea/ Bay and Fly fishing.
| Distance to Airport: | Less than 10 Miles |
| Distance to Grocery: | Less than a Mile |
| Distance to Beach: | Beachfront |
| Distance to Golf Course: | 2 - 5 Miles |
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Amenities and Condo Features: Air Conditioning Washer Dryer Linens Covered Parking Trailer Parking Elevator King Bed Queen Bed Twin Bed Cable TV DVD VCR Movie Collection Stereo CD Player Jetted Bathtub Shared Pool Full Kitchen Utensils Provided Refrigerator Dishwasher Microwave Ice Maker Restaurants with Delivery Charcoal Grill Balcony Gazebo Beachfront Ocean View Telephone Broadband Internet Wi-Fi No Pets Allowed Kid Friendly Handicap Accessible Minimium Age for Renters |
Area Attractions and Nearby Activities: Golf Tennis Theme Park Zoo Shopping Sightseeing Restaurants Kayaking Sailing Boating Waterskiing Parasailing Jet Skiing Shelling Swimming Snorkeling Surfing Windsurfing Biking Hiking Fishing Hunting Fitness Center Antiquing Movie Theater Museums Miniature Golf Shuffleboard |
Vacationer Feedback
Best Vacation Stay EVER!!!, May, 2009
By Julie Z.(Iron City, Tennessee)
This was the best vacation stay ever! My husband with my 6 grandchildren, daughter and son-in-law had the most relaxing and fun filled vacation ever. My daughter was swimming with the dolphins right in front of our condo and several times during the 7 day vacation we saw dolphins directly in front of our balcony. The condo was exceptional clean, spacious and very well equipted. It was nicely located close to the local markets and restaurants. My grandson who is 5 years old fished from the pier to the left of the balcony and caught a dolphin on his hook and several mackeral. He now thinks he is the best fisherman ever! The pool was sparkling clean and we really enjoyed it at night. The toys, games and videos was a real plus for the children. We all enjoyed our stay and will be booking this Penthouse again! Thanks for a Super Vacation!
By Suzie (Fairborn, OH) May 2009
We stayed in this condo for our Spring Break. 2 adults, a 20,17 & 16 yr old - we had plenty of room and plenty of privacy for each of us. Loved being on the very top floor, and in an end unit as well! Two sliding doors, 1 in the master bedroom, 1 off the living room, open onto a great balcony that looks right onto the beach/ocean - all you can see is beach and ocean for what seems like miles. Beautifully furnished and maintained - absolutely immaculate!Elevators always worked well and access to the pool(s) and beach is a snap. Ktichen has everything you need and having the washer/dryer in the unit means you can pack less! Private covered parking in a reserved spot ground floor- very nice. We would return in a heart-beat. Managers of the unit were very thorough with directions and all information we needed. They even stopped by to bring a new DVD player when 1 wasn't working properly. Great service!! :-)
By Julie Z.(Iron City, Tennessee)
This was the best vacation stay ever! My husband with my 6 grandchildren, daughter and son-in-law had the most relaxing and fun filled vacation ever. My daughter was swimming with the dolphins right in front of our condo and several times during the 7 day vacation we saw dolphins directly in front of our balcony. The condo was exceptional clean, spacious and very well equipted. It was nicely located close to the local markets and restaurants. My grandson who is 5 years old fished from the pier to the left of the balcony and caught a dolphin on his hook and several mackeral. He now thinks he is the best fisherman ever! The pool was sparkling clean and we really enjoyed it at night. The toys, games and videos was a real plus for the children. We all enjoyed our stay and will be booking this Penthouse again! Thanks for a Super Vacation!
By Suzie (Fairborn, OH) May 2009
We stayed in this condo for our Spring Break. 2 adults, a 20,17 & 16 yr old - we had plenty of room and plenty of privacy for each of us. Loved being on the very top floor, and in an end unit as well! Two sliding doors, 1 in the master bedroom, 1 off the living room, open onto a great balcony that looks right onto the beach/ocean - all you can see is beach and ocean for what seems like miles. Beautifully furnished and maintained - absolutely immaculate!Elevators always worked well and access to the pool(s) and beach is a snap. Ktichen has everything you need and having the washer/dryer in the unit means you can pack less! Private covered parking in a reserved spot ground floor- very nice. We would return in a heart-beat. Managers of the unit were very thorough with directions and all information we needed. They even stopped by to bring a new DVD player when 1 wasn't working properly. Great service!! :-)
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| Date Range | Midweek Night | Weekend Night | Per Week | Per Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 27, 10 Mar 12, 10 | $209 | $209 | $1316 | - |
| Mar 13, 10 Apr 16, 10 | $255 | $255 | $1599 | - |
| Apr 17, 10 May 21, 10 | $209 | $209 | $1316 | - |
| May 22, 10 Jun 25, 10 | $304 | $304 | $1915 | - |
| Jun 26, 10 Aug 06, 10 | $334 | $334 | $2107 | - |
| Aug 07, 10 Aug 13, 10 | $304 | $304 | $1918 | - |
| Aug 14, 10 Sep 03, 10 | $219 | $219 | $1399 | - |
| Sep 04, 10 Oct 29, 10 | $179 | $179 | $1227 | - |
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