This condo places you within a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions such as Opal Beach and Pensacola Beach Beaches. The condo includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
Park East On-Leash Dog Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Pensacola Beach Boardwalk - 10 min drive - 4.1 miles
Getting around
Pensacola Station - 31 min drive
Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 34 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 21 min drive
Circle K - 21 min drive
Rio Bravo - 22 min drive
Fish Heads - 8 min drive
SONIC Drive In - 21 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.
Emerald of the Gulf - beachfront condo at Portofino Island resort, great views!
Stay in comfort & luxury at this updated 2 bedroom 2.5 bath at Portofino Island resort. The master bdr has a king bed with jacuzzi in the bathroom. The guest br has a queen bed, & twin cot. There’s queen size sleeper sofa in the living room. Experience what Pensacola Beach has to offer with a stay at our exclusive updated condo with spectacular unobstructed view of the Santa Rosa Bay. The resort offers endless amenities /tennis, lap pool, heated common pools. Spa, saunas & steam room. Indoor and outdoor Jacuzzis. Outdoor and indoor restaurants with fire pit. *Please note that the resort charges a $75.00 check-in fee and $18/group per day for amenities in the Spring, $12 in the Fall & Winter and $28 in the Summer. The beach is across the private street. The Santa Rosa Bay offers calmer waters where more marine life can be seen & all water sports offered there. Beach chairs for rent-in the private beach of Pensacola Beach where the Jaws 2 was filmed. Make this condo your yearly spot!
The condo is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Front entrance ramp
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a zoo
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycles
Gym
Kayak
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
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)
General
Bicycles
Garden
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 1,333 square feet
Policies
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights
As soon as you leave the unit at 10 AM or before, you can stay the rest of the day to enjoy the amenities. Hope to see you soon!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
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
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
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 and a smoke detector.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do around this condo?
This condo in Pensacola Beach is within a 10-minute walk of Opal Beach and Pensacola Beach Beaches. You'll also find Santa Rosa Sound and Park East On-Leash Dog Beach less than a mile away.
Is there parking available at Emerald of the Gulf - beachfront condo at Portofino Island resort, great views!?
No, this condo doesn't offer parking.
Is this condo associated with a casino?
No, this condo is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this condo?
No, this condo doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Emerald of the Gulf - beachfront condo at Portofino Island resort, great views!?
There are many amenities for couples at this condo, including a fireplace, a fireplace in some condo, as well as a beach.
Does Emerald of the Gulf - beachfront condo at Portofino Island resort, great views! have a hot tub?
No, but all condo at this condo have jetted bathtubs.
Does this condo include breakfast service?
No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this condo allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this condo.
Does Emerald of the Gulf - beachfront condo at Portofino Island resort, great views! have connecting rooms available?
No, this condo doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
What is the closest airport to this condo?
The closest major airport to this condo is Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS), which is 16.5 mi away (34 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies at Emerald of the Gulf - beachfront condo at Portofino Island resort, great views!?
Yes, every condo at Emerald of the Gulf - beachfront condo at Portofino Island resort, great views! comes with a balcony and some offer beach views.
Emerald of the Gulf - beachfront condo at Portofino Island resort, great views! Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 12 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 12 reviews
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
2/10 Terrible
Joshua H.
May 15, 2026
Joshua H.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
10/10 Excellent
Melissa B.
Apr 27, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay and will be coming back! The host was amazing and kept in contact to make sure our stay was pleasurable.
Melissa B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
6/10 Okay
Kayla G.
Mar 25, 2026
I’m not one to write reviews but I feel like if I had known some of these things before booking I probably would have picked a different room but within the same Portofino Resort & Spa. Absolutely beautiful property. The resort and the amenities within the resort were absolutely perfect! The host was very responsive. Unfortunately, the room had outlets that did not work and light bulbs that were out. Also, we flew half way across the county so the lack of toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags and daily kitchen necessities was a huge bummer because you don’t think to pack that stuff. Also, beach towels are not provided.
Kayla G.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
8/10 Good
Tricia L.
Mar 25, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed for 8 nights and overall our experience was good. We checked in and arrived to the condo around 11pm. A bad odor led us to discover that the garbage in the kitchen from the previous occupants was never emptied and the coffee maker still had the used filter and coffee grounds in it. While we weren’t off to a great start, we just simply cleaned the coffee maker and took the garbage to the trash room. We didn’t contact the host as it was late at night. However, the beds were clean and comfortable. The view from the condo is beautiful. Other than the garbage issue, the condo was clean. The kitchen appliances and washer and dryer all worked well. We loved the building’s pool area and also used the community pool. The Gulf beaches are just across the street. The grounds are very well maintained. All the Portofino staff that we interacted with were polite, professional and went above and beyond expectations. Other reviews mention the elevator noise. While we heard the noise, we did not find it distracting. The units are all organized around central elevators, so it is likely that all of the other units in the building experience the same noise. We found the tile work in the unit more distracting than the elevator noise. The backsplash tile very poorly installed, as is the river rock accent wall in the dining area. Most puzzling is where the backsplash tile was used on the floor in the living room to cover a large area under the TV stand which the marble floor tile did not
Tricia L.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
10/10 Excellent
Andrea P.
Dec 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place. Host was easy to communicate.
Andrea P.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Nov 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Decor / interior is sketchy— TV in living area does not work—
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Patricia P.
Nov 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean. Owner responded to texts right away. Tv was the only thing that we had trouble working. Otherwise, it was a great stay.
Patricia P.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Trista N., rising sun
Oct 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Condo was nice. Property was beautiful host was great with communication. Would rent again.
Trista N.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brandi F.
Jun 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Great place. Had a hick up when we first got there but owner handled it quickly. Nice place to stay. Great price compared to other rooms there! Recommend bringing a fan to drown out elevator noise at night.
Brandi F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Maetinee L.
Jun 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Really nice condo, some issues…washer/dryer were old…dryer didn’t dry well and the knob was a wrench attached. The backsplash in the kitchen was falling off in some areas (didn’t affect us, but wanted to make note of it) Could’ve used more than 2 keurig cups of coffee (but not there long enough to justify buying a box). Wish there was a TV in the second bedroom and also wish there were some extra amenities like shampoo/conditioner/body wash. The beds were super comfy. And the communication with the manager (owner?) was efficient and had a quick response.