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An aerial view of a coastal area with clear turquoise waters, a boat, and a pier extending into the sea.
A living room with a sofa, ottoman, and armchair, a television, and a large window with a view of the ocean.
A pool area with dolphins performing tricks, surrounded by a deck with a view of the ocean.
A kitchen with a central island, a dining area with chairs, a microwave, and an oven.
A beachfront building with a blue roof and a sign that reads "Allison's."

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Entire condo

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Place, Fort Walton Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Rosa Sound
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Fort Walton Beach

Located in Okaloosa Island, this condo is next to popular attractions like Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. The condo includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Fort Walton Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Santa Rosa Sound - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ocean Buffet - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Stewby’s Seafood Shanty - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Beachview - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Snowbird Deals Jan-Feb! 🌴Views~Gulf Front Balcony~Pool~Island Sands 206🌅

Top Reasons to Book this Gulf Front Condo:

* Gulf-front unit w/gulf views throughout!

* Walk straight to the beach!

* Amenities include pool and changing area 

* Just 3 miles to the Fishing Pier and The Boardwalk  

* Laid back area and only 10 min from Destin's action

* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service

You can't get any closer to the beach than Island Sands 206 on beautiful Okaloosa Island near Destin, FL.  Listen to the waves from your balcony of this gulf front 1 bedroom, 1.5-bathroom condo.  The bedroom has a queen-sized bed, and the living room has a queen sleeper sofa, allowing this unit can comfortably accommodate 4.  

Sip coffee or a glass of wine from your balcony as you listen to the waves lap up onto the beach.  Grill up the day's fresh catch in the communal grilling area and enjoy dining there or back in your condo, where you can eat on the balcony, the bistro table or the stools at the spacious kitchen bar. There's also a washer and dryer in the condo for your convenience.

*This property is NOT AVAILABLE for rent to those under the age of 25. No Exceptions.*

*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*
Snowbird Season runs November thru February, on a monthly basis. To prepare a qualified quote, select your arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and the departure date (must be the 1st day of the month). Alternate dates must be pre-approved. All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee. Please contact us with your interest and to further assist!"

Island Sands is a small, beach front complex on gorgeous Okaloosa Island with everything you need for a wonderful vacation on the white sandy beaches of the Gulf of Mexico!  This small 27-unit complex offers a peaceful retreat and a quiet, less crowded beach, yet is just minutes away from downtown Destin.

Island Sands features a large pool with changing area, outdoor showers, grilling/picnic area, and ample parking. 

So, if you're looking for a wonderful vacation that won't break the bank, this is It!  

Area Attractions: 

Heading West over Brooks Bridge and into Fort Walton Beach you can explore the historic downtown along Miracle Strip Pkwy and visit the Indian Temple Mound and Air Force Museum.

You can head East approximately 4 miles into Destin for fabulous shopping, Big Kahuna's Water Park, Hard Rock Cafe, and The Track Family Fun Center featuring go carts, arcade, minigolf and bungee jumping or walk the harbor for dolphin cruises, charter fishing, jet ski and kayak rentals, parasailing and more!

Nearby attractions within walking distance include the Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier, the Gulfarium featuring live dolphin shows, and great family restaurants such as The Black Pear, Anglers, Fudpuckers and The Crab Trap. You'll also want to check out the night life when you stop by Howl at the Moon and The Swamp for loads of fun and entertainment!

Welcome to The Boardwalk! We are located directly on The Gulf of Mexico, on the beaches of beautiful Okaloosa Island! The Boardwalk is your one-stop destination for fun, day and night! Relax on the beaches of The Gulf of Mexico while sipping a frozen concoction prepared at our outdoor bar upstairs at The Crab Trap, stroll the boardwalk and visit Islanders Coastal Outfitters for new beach attire or grab a frozen snack from Pino Gelato. When day turns to night, Al’s Beach Club is our premier club and burger bar. Hungry? We've got that covered as well! Grab some fresh from the Gulf seafood from any of our great beachfront restaurants located directly on The Boardwalk!
The condo is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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8.0 out of 10, Very Good, 1 review
Island Sands 206

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Heated pool

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 750 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this condo?

This condo is situated in Okaloosa Island, just steps from Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. You'll also find Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island and Fort Walton Beach Landing Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Snowbird Deals Jan-Feb! 🌴Views~Gulf Front Balcony~Pool~Island Sands 206🌅?

No, there isn't parking available at the condo.

Is this condo next to a casino?

No, this condo is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this condo?

No, there is no indoor pool at this condo.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Snowbird Deals Jan-Feb! 🌴Views~Gulf Front Balcony~Pool~Island Sands 206🌅?

At this beachfront condo, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, an ocean view in some condo, as well as a heated pool.

Does Snowbird Deals Jan-Feb! 🌴Views~Gulf Front Balcony~Pool~Island Sands 206🌅 have a hot tub?

No, but this condo does have a heated pool.

Does this condo include breakfast service?

No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this condo allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this condo.

Does Snowbird Deals Jan-Feb! 🌴Views~Gulf Front Balcony~Pool~Island Sands 206🌅 have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this condo.

How far is the airport from this condo?

The closest major airport to this condo is Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS), which is 11.4 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Snowbird Deals Jan-Feb! 🌴Views~Gulf Front Balcony~Pool~Island Sands 206🌅?

Yes, every condo at Snowbird Deals Jan-Feb! 🌴Views~Gulf Front Balcony~Pool~Island Sands 206🌅 comes with a balcony and some offer ocean views.

Snowbird Deals Jan-Feb! 🌴Views~Gulf Front Balcony~Pool~Island Sands 206🌅 Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 36 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bradford B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great stay hopefully we’ll be able to repeat it soon
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
This place was clean and conveniently located. It needs some updating on appliances and flooring. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We were on 2nd floor. Very convenient access to beach and beautiful views of beach/ocean from the room/balcony. The only issue we had was the dryer. It took a few times to dry clothes. It was very clean and all appliances worked fine. Never saw host but they were very informative through text/email. We would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jason M.

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

Great location

Loved the location of the unit
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sonya W.

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

The Beach

If you are looking for a small group of units with a glorious view and beach with lots of marine life near by! This is where you need to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Elizabeth M.

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

Great place good price

Property is nice, bed is comfortable and very reasonable pricing. Only complaint is the chairs on the balcony - you can’t see over the railing.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brent W.

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

Nice place

A bit dated but to be expected
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Condo

The condo was perfect. No complaints, except the pool is advertised as heated and it definitely wasn’t. Great location. Steps to the beach and Real Joy was available to answer all of our questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine R.

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

Great beach condo

My husband and I really enjoyed our time at the condo. They’re is a beautiful view of the ocean from the balcony. It would have been perfect with patio furniture but due to some construction to the building, it had been removed. We will be staying again, soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Sara S.

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

Switcharoo

They said property wasn’t available and switched my reservation to another location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Diego R.

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

Direct view to the beach

Great view from 2nd floor apartment with big balcony and comfy outdoor recliners. Inside apartment really needs a makeover with lighter wall colors, brighter lighting and new furniture. The location and view makes up for what is lacking.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Melissa A.

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

LOVE Fort Walton Beach!

Very clean but it could use a few updates. Definitely needs a new stove! We were lucky that we had family in 207 so we were able to use theirs. Otherwise loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

lisa o.

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

great experience

We really enjoyed our time here at Emerald Isle. It was very quiet an close to the ocean. We were not right on the ocean but only steps away. The items I wished they had there were Hair dryer- iron would of been nice to not have to go out and buy. The beds were comfortable and the condo was very clean. We took ubers into Destin which cost around 19.00 each way easy way to get around the island. Overall our stay was amazing. thank you
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

mary c.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

good

fair
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Neva M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beach Fun

Loved the view. The bed was not very comfortable . There was no ice maker or extra blankets. The unit needed updating.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

mark b.

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

outdated condo

Condo is very outdated Cracked tiles Several outlets didnt work No lock on the sliding door Location is great Just needs some TLC
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dana H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Beachfront Property

This is an older clean property, low number of units which is great. If you don't like long walkways and slow elevators due to multiple levels. Unit is 1 -2 minutes walking distance to beach. Outside of the boarded up balcony, due to construction that went outside of the timeframe listed on the website, that was not communicated. Trip was good, just didn't have the beachfront balcony view to spend our evening until bedtime.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark M.

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

Great trip

Condo was clean and well stocked. Older unit but all appliances worked. Patio table and mattress for pullout needs replaced. Location and view is fabulous. I’ve stayed in better and I’ve stayed in worse. I was pleasantly surprised after reading previous reviews. They apparently are trying to improve the unit. If you’re looking for perfect this may not suit you but I’d recommend it to friends if it’s priced fairly. I booked late and didn’t shop pricing much due to low availability. Fabulous view from the room!!!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liz C.

Liked: Check-in, location

Condo not perfect? That’s ok. The view is!

The physical location of the property relative to the beach and water is pretty perfect. The property is older and could use updating but we found it had all we needed. Repairs are warranted on two of the four stove eyes that don’t work (reported) and replacement of the coffee pot (a new one was delivered by management). Gremlins occupy the electricals and WiFi is inconsistent at best. Take your own fire stick!!!!! But that view!!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Jessica D.

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

Terribly outdated & inaccurate description

This condo is nothing as the pictures show. It is disgustingly outdated and the patio furniture is unusable, it is rusted and disgusting. The couch mattress is rusted and you can NOT lay on it. The dish washer barely works it takes 3 hrs for 1 cycle. The chain lock was broke on the door. Good luck to whoever stays here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

John V.

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

Do not use real joy if you want a relaxing vacation

Do not use real joy if you want a relaxing vacation Properties of dirty things were broken pots and pans were peeling with Teflon lights flickered on and off had to use WD-40 so we could open the doors table out front rusted on balcony. Screen fell off and never put back on. No satisfaction whatsoever from the company
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jeanie C.

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

Not sure

Location was amazing. View was amazing. We were aware that this property was not turn key however we did expect it to be in better shape than it was. There was a mold/mildew issue in the bathroom. It smelled terrible throughout the unit. Management was kind however spraying fabreze did not help. I had a headache the entire trip. The washing machine was so loud we could not run it while in the unit and it left weird spots on our clothing The refrigerator made weird noises constantly and the microwave didn’t warm foods well.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Josh K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Needs some updating

We were not informed that the balcony leading to our room had 4x4 and jacks under them to keep them up. Their appeared to be some sort of support failure for the top 2 floors balconies and walkways that led to the entry of our condo. Second, while we dont go on vacation to stay in a condo for entirety of the trip, we were dissapointed in the room only due to its needing for being updated some. The oven had rust bubbling through, the kitchen ceiling fan would shake back and forth as if it was very unstable, the master bedroom wall outlet on the far right side next to the bed was also loose and shook when plugging in our chargers, and the fold out bed under the couch was not working properly. The "head" of that bed would just fall towards the ground and it was a little tough for our kids to get comfortable on. I dont mean for this to sound super negative. We had plenty of room, everything worked like it was supposed to and was very clean. We just felt that there could be some upgrades to room 206 to make it better. We did enjoy our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Albert D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Best view!

The view has to rank up with the best on Okaloosa Island. It's on the second floor with no pool between the patio and the water. Fantastic view!!!! . .The room, not so much. It's old and warn, but very clean. Nice clean floors.If you want to stay in a perfect modern place with all the amenities, go somewhere else. I did get a kick out of the 2 bars of soap they provided. They were wrapped slivers of soap. I've never seen such small bars of soap - half the size of soap in a hotel. . . .The TV is a smart TV but is way too small. I had to sit in the kitchen chair rather than the couch because I couldn't see it from the couch. The stove was old and beat up, refrig was great. Microwave appeared to be on it's last legs. The bed was comfortable for me - one person. I could clearly hear the people on the floor above me walk around.. . . .The place is fine for 2 people, but not 3 because it is too small. . . . The building appears old with stanchions holding up the walkways in front of the rooms. . .When the bathroom toilet needed to be fixed they immediately came out and fixed it - very responsive. . .And the view is Wonderful.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Dawn Lanette K.

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

Not a "real joy" stay

As an investment owner/ landlord I am sorry to say this falls way short of anything I would rent out. I have a mold sensitivity and have had a headache the whole time I have been here thus far. The wicker furniture smells like urine (causing the whole bedroom to smell rancid) and has most likely been water damaged and really needs to be discarded. I spent the first 2 hours cleaning to try to rid the place of the mold/mildew to no avail. The air conditioner is not cooling and filter was needing changed. When I did the filter change the old filter was wet. After the filter change it didn't cool any differently than before. At this point, we had to turn off the a/c unit and bring in outside air so that our health is not affected any further. Also take note that the lower kitchen cabinets are severely water damaged. This is definitely not what I expected to spend the week in.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022