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GD 508: The Golden Nautilus - SANDsational Living Awaits You

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A balcony with wooden chairs and a table, overlooking a beach with a pier in the distance.
A beach with white sand and a clear blue sky. There are rows of beach chairs and umbrellas along the shore.
Directly on the beach - The Boardwalk is the perfect location for all Brooks and Shorey Resorts guests to enjoy.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, and a built-in island with bar stools.
A spacious living area with a large sofa, two armchairs, and a coffee table. A kitchen with white cabinets and a dining area with a table and chairs are visible in the background.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81158 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Walton Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Fort Walton Beach

Located in Okaloosa Island within a 5-minute walk of Okaloosa Island Beach, this condo is within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island. The condo includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Fort Walton Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪FUBAR Pizza Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Aj's Oyster Shanty - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Al's Beach Club - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Gulf - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sura Korean Steakhouse - ‬2 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.

GD 508: The Golden Nautilus - SANDsational Living Awaits You

Gulf Dunes 508 - The Golden Nautilus!
FREE PARKING AND FREE WIFI!!! This upgraded three bedroom / two bath condo with new granite countertops in the kitchen and both bathrooms, sleeps up to 8 guests! This is a very budget friendly solution for your big party. The layout is great, everyone gets their privacy. The spacious master bedroom is on the beach side with the entry to the beach front balcony. Incredible views can be seen from the dining and kitchen areas. Meal prep is made easy as the kitchen is fully equipped and has lots of counter space and storage. For added convenience a washer and dryer can be found in this amazing condo. The Gulf Dunes property is at a great location, close to everything yet very private. Just a short walk to the Okaloosa Island's BOARDWALK where you find multiple restaurants and shops as well as activities for the whole family. Close to shopping and several eateries. The property features 2 beach front pools, tennis courts, exercise room, BBQ grills and elevators. This property is sure to please you!

The sleeping arrangements in this unit are as follows: master bedroom - 1 king bed, 2nd bedroom - 2 double beds, 3rd bedroom with bunk beds, NO CLOSET IN THIS ROOM. Sleeper sofa in the living room. This unit sleeps 8.

- FREE BEACH SERVICE
- FREE GOLF
- FREE DOLPHIN CRUISE
- FREE SNORKELING TOUR
- FREE WIFI
- Free Parking
- Gulfside pool
- Grills on-site
- Tennis court
- Exercise Room


Gulf Dunes Condominiums is close to Fort Walton’s shopping and dining and a mere ten minutes from Destin. Stroll along the beach to the Okaloosa fishing pier or Boardwalk. Stay with us and enjoy access to two beachside swimming pools (one heated November – March), private beach walkover, exercise room, tennis court, and a barbecue area.

All of our nightly and weekly guests receive the following complimentary guest package:
2 beach chairs and an umbrella set up daily (March 1st to October 31st)
1 Free Round of Golf DAILY at 4 courses to choose from
* WINDSWEPT DUNES GOLF CLUB; a breathtaking 750 acre setting encompassing a serene 18 hole course
* REGATTA BAY GOLF & YACHT CLUB; a "must stop" Par 72 course on the Florida Panhandle
* EMERALD BAY GOLF CLUB; course designed by the famed golf course architect Bob Cupp
* SHALIMAR POINTE GOLF CLUB; located on the shores of Choctawhatchee Bay
1 Free Pass to a Dolphin Cruise DAILY (March 1st to October 31st)
* Morning, Afternoon, Sunset, and Fireworks Dolphin Cruise on the Cattywampus
* Beach or Sunset Dolphin Cruise on the Original Sea Blaster
1 Free Adult Pass to a Snorkeling Cruise DAILY (late spring, summer, and early fall); discover the beauty of the Gulf of Mexico by embarking on an unforgettable snorkeling adventure on the Original Sea Blaster or Cattywampus
1 Free Pass to Big Kahuna's Water Park DAILY; a 25-acre family fun park with over 40 water attractions, including a wave pool and speed slide

**Once your reservation is made, you’ll receive a personalized virtual guidebook filled with all the information you need to enjoy your stay to the fullest!**
The condo is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,158 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 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.
  • Parties and events are allowed on site.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

1207-23858
Gulf Dunes 508 Perfect Beach Getaway Free Beach Chairs Condo
Gulf Dunes 508 Perfect Beach Getaway Free Beach Chairs Condo
Gulf Dunes 508 Perfect Beach Getaway Free Beach Chairs

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this condo?

This condo is situated in Okaloosa Island within a short 4-minute walk of Okaloosa Island Beach and also 17 minutes on foot from Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island. You'll also find Fort Walton Beaches and Santa Rosa Sound less than a mile away.

Is this condo next to a casino?

No, this condo is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this condo?

No, there is no indoor pool at this condo.

Does this condo provide breakfast?

No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this condo allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this condo.

Where is the closest airport to this condo?

The closest major airport to this condo is Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS), which is 9.8 mi away (17 minutes by car).

GD 508: The Golden Nautilus - SANDsational Living Awaits You Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 149 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Condo was excellent! Had everything you need! Clean, perfect location! Would definitely stay again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gulf Dream

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We love this unit kept up very well and has all you need beautiful views of the Gulf
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great views and locations

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This unit was very nice and well equipped. The views are excellent and location is super convenient to food, entertainment, and of course just steps to the beach.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great week

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great week with our family. We will be back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great condo

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved the condo. View was perfect. Condo was clean and comfortable. Beds were comfortable. Peaceful area. Would definitely stay here again!
Archival

8/10 Good

Best vacation ever!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time. The condo was gorgeous, very accommodating for a family of 8. Within walking distance to restaurants and the pier. The ocean was gorgeous. Would definitely love to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2015
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Awesome time

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Unit was very clean, first day neighbors below was kinda loud, other than that great time!! Beach service crew was amazing and helped us out ever day to get settled. Stayed here quite a times already and will be back!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Girls Meet Up

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Perfect time to visit the beach. Not super crowded. Condo provided Plenty of space for 4 women with their “stuff”. Furniture provided plenty of individual seating without being on top of each other. All amenities were a great plus. Especially the beachside chairs and umbrella.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

My Happy Place.....Gulf Dunes 508!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Condo was excellent, just as pictured. The only issue we had was the icemaker quit on us but one phone call to Brooks and Shorey and before we knew it we had a brand new stainless fridge! They are awesome to work with and have booked with them for years! Thanks for a wonderful stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Condo

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our stay at Gulf Dunes 508, beautiful condo with a comfortable atmosphere, beachfront, the condo has been well maintained. Lots of room for a family! My only complaint was the refrigerator didn’t get very cold. We will return!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Week

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The condo was great. The balcony furniture was not as comfortable as we would like. Otherwise, we had a wonderful time and will likely return to Gulf Dunes next year. Loved getting the door code just prior to arrival!!!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nice gem in Fort Walton

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Gulf Dunes 508 was a really nice condo that matched the description perfectly. It was clean with a fully stocked kitchen, and beautiful views from the patio, and the two free beach chairs were a great bonus. Customer service was fantastic, and we would consider staying at a Brooks and Shorey Resort again. Location is close to everything. It's next to Destin without paying Destin prices.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Spring Break!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Condo is as described, nice and clean. Beautiful beach view. This was our 4th time coming to Ft Walton Beach, 2nd time staying at Gulf Dunes. Our teen boys enjoyed the heated pool, skim boarding, sand volleyball and tennis. My husband and I appreciate the beach service. Great getaway. Brooks and Shorey is responsive and helpful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christmas Eve Winter Wonder

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: When the water pipes burst in the original condo due to the extreme cold (I believe a record for the area), Brooks & Shorey immediately put us in a new condo on Christmas Eve. They made a difficult situation easy to handle, and the new condo was wonderful! Merry Christmas!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Family Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our week in Fort Walton Beach! Gulf Dunes was comfortable for our family of 4. The living room furniture need attention and the mattresses could also use replacing. However, the unit was clean and had everything we needed. If we were to return to Fr. Walton, we would definitely consider this unit.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2015
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

much needed relaxation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: nicely furnished, clean, great location and and awesome view~! love the beach service with chairs & umbrella so you don't have to drag your stuff down there. ate at many nearby seafood restaurants that had good food. there are many things to do nearby and in destin, but not all the traffic there is in destin. appreciated the open communication with the property management. enjoyed the keyless entry. would highly recommend and plan on returning.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We love Fort Walton

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Fort Walton Beach. The property is as listed, with an incredible balcony overlooking the emerald blue and green waters. We watched dolphin and sting ray from our balcony. The unit is nice with lots of sleeping spaces. Some of the kitchen items are in rough shape, but we were able to manage a full Thanksgiving dinner with what was provided and a few items from home that we’ve learned are essential to our experience. I did have to contact customer service for an issue with one of the beds and got a prompt response: I opted not to have them look at it during our stay, but they ensured that someone would after we left. The only true complaint I have is that many of the doors felt “sticky”. We tried cleaning them but determined it was just a really bad paint job that never set properly. This was not a deal breaker for us and could likely be easily remedied by repainting the doors. The heated pool was amazing— especially after jumping in the cooler November ocean water. It’s a great property and I’d stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Awesome vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed in this unit before and they definitely did an upgrade with furniture and decoration. Love having the parking spot under cover for occasional rainy days.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beach Vacay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a very relaxing stay. Lots of walks on the beach and beautiful views.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place, location and vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We really loved the location, the beach set up was very convenient. Kitchen was very well equipped with lots to cook most anything. Furniture was nice but wish there was a rug in the living area and bed room. constantly getting sand tracked everywhere. Overall an A+ for our family vacation.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfection

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Many years with Brooks and Shorey at the Gulf Dunes. This was, as always, perfect in every way.
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

AWSOME

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very unhappy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: tHE CONDO WAS BEAUTIFUL AND VERY WELL EQUIPED THE ONLY THING IS i WISH THERE WERE GRAB BARS IN THE MASTER BASTHRONN THE TUB IS REALY DEEP AND IS HARD TO GET IN WITH US BEING SENIORS WE ARE AFRAID OF FALLING GETTING INTO THE TUB
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Incredible View

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Gulf Dunes. The condo was clean, and spacious, and matched the description in the photos. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. The ice maker was a bonus. The bed was comfortable but a bit firmer than we are used to. The only recommendation I would make is to add an ottoman to the furniture in the living room so that there is a comfortable place to rest your feet! The view from the balcony was amazing. We enjoyed watching the dolphins swim by in the early morning. We also took advantage of the offered Explorie activities and my husband golfed several times! We highly recommend The Shack restaurant in Fort Walton Beach (excellent Lobster Crab Cakes) and BoShamps in Destin for a pricier but excellent seafood dinner!We cannot wait to return and will definitely use Brooks and Shorey again!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Home Away From Home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Always a pleasure at Gulf Dunes. The only thing negative about this trip was not being able to sit on the balcony due to cigarette and pot smoke coming our way from neighbors. My daughter has asthma so we wish there could be a smoker's building and a total non-smokers building. And I think marijuana is illegal in Florida. Seemed to be from a couple of doors down from us...maybe 506 or 505. But hard to say for sure. Also the 2nd bedroom tv did not work at picture on it; just "no cable" sign when turned on screen. We love Gulf Dunes. Maryanna is the best!
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

would not recommend

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We couldn't get into our condo until 6pm but check in was at 4 pm. The lady at the front desk was not very nice. The washer and dryer didn't have work, took 2 hours to dry a load of clothes. One of the burners on the stove didn't work . For the price we paid it was a bad rental experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

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