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GS 203: The Sandbar Escape -

Beachfront condo near Fort Walton Beaches

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Smart TV
Pool
Dining
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Pool

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71310 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Fort Walton Beach

On the beach.At this Okaloosa Island condo, you'll be well placed to visit Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach, both within a 5-minute walk. Also, Santa Rosa Sound is within half a mile (1 km) and Ross Marler Park is within 2 miles (3 km).
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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 - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Buffet - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gi Jade - ‬6 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.

GS 203: The Sandbar Escape -

Gulfside 203 - The Sandbar Escape!
FREE PARKING AND FREE WIFI!! This lovely 2nd floor, 2 bedroom/ 2 bath corner unit with a wrap-around balcony and numerous windows allow for endless views of the Gulf of Mexico! Sit back, relax and take in all the endless views this corner unit has to offer!!! Featuring a full-size washer and dryer in the utility closet, a full kitchen, mirror /counter area in the hallway, and a private balcony. The property is highlighted with a rooftop pool – A REAL MUST SEE with BREATH-TAKING VIEWS of the Gulf!!
Gulfside is one of the smaller complexes offering only 15 units, so if you are looking to avoid the crowds, then this is the place for you! The beach always feels private and quiet compared to the larger properties. This second-floor corner condo is real hidden gem! Unit has Smart TV's with streaming only: subscriptions not provided.



THE SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS IN THIS UNIT ARE AS FOLLOWS: MASTER BEDROOM - 1 KING BED, 2ND BEDROOM - 1 DOUBLE BED AND 1 TWIN BED. SLEEPER SOFA IN THE LIVING ROOM. THIS UNIT SLEEPS 7.

WHEN VACATIONING IN GULFSIDE 203, YOU'RE ABLE TO ENJOY THE FOLLOWING AMENITIES:

- STREAMING ONLY : SUBSCRIPTIONS NOT PROVIDED.
- FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN
- FULL SIZE WASHER AND DRYER IN CONDO
- FITNESS ROOM
- KEY-LESS ENTRY
- FREE BEACH SERVICE
- FREE GOLF
- FREE DOLPHIN CRUISE
- FREE SNORKELING
- GRILLS
- DIRECT BEACH ACCESS VIA BOARDWALK
- PICNIC AREA
- ELEVATOR
- SMART TV'S WITH STREAMING ONLY


Gulfside Condominiums is close to Fort Walton’s shopping and dining and a mere ten minutes from Destin, it has a rooftop pool area that provides one of the best views on Okaloosa Island. Guests can get to the beach from the boardwalk at the base of the parking area and can use a barbeque grill that is located along this boardwalk as well.

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!**

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

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
  • Kayak
  • 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: 1,310 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

1207-17761

Frequently asked questions

How close is GS 203: The Sandbar Escape - to the airport?

This condo is 10.8 mi (19-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does GS 203: The Sandbar Escape - have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is GS 203: The Sandbar Escape - to the beach?

This condo is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does GS 203: The Sandbar Escape - offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at GS 203: The Sandbar Escape -?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at GS 203: The Sandbar Escape -?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at GS 203: The Sandbar Escape -?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does GS 203: The Sandbar Escape - have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does GS 203: The Sandbar Escape - have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is GS 203: The Sandbar Escape - to downtown Fort Walton Beach?

This condo is 1 mi away from Fort Walton Beach.

GS 203: The Sandbar Escape - Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 111 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah L.

Liked: Cleanliness

203

Overall nice place. The location was very good. Carpet in smaller bedroom needs cleaned at minimum and probably replaced. TVs in the bedrooms were impossible to figure out. They just need a simple setup for these TVs.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krista P., Wichita, KS (USA)

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice condo in a great location

We loved our stay at Ft Walton Beach! The condo was exactly as described. Lots of space with comfortable beds and couches. My teenage boys loved going to the gym every morning and the pool every night! Beach service was great. Plenty of chairs available. If you want a front row spot take your towels down at 8am when they set up to reserve your spot. You can claim your chairs and come back later. This is one of the smaller buildings with less units so that means the beach is less crowded than some of the larger buildings. Very pleased and we would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Condo

Our visit was great! The beach was beautiful and not crowded at all. They set up the beach chairs really early which is nice. The only thing we didnt like was the pool. It's rooftop which offers a great view but thats about the only perk. Most of the chairs up there are very old and there is NO SHADE not a single awning or umbrella. The beds were very comfortable and the furnishings were nice. The kitchen definitely needs updating but its clean and functional. The kitchen supplies are pretty limted. I bought a frozen pizza for the kids only to realize there wasnt a single cookie sheet to be had. Most condos we've stayed at will have things left over from previous people (salt, pepper, maybe napkins or a trash bag) everything is cleaned out between people so prepare accordingly. We enjoyed our stay but wouldn't stay in that building again just due to the pool.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful condo, perfect location!

This is a perfect condo for a stay on the beach! A few staples like coffee, coffee filters, windex or Clorox wipes would have been appreciated. Most rentals have at least basic necessities. Otherwise it was a 5 star stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul D., GONZALES

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome

The condo is better than advertised. Very clean and spacious. It is in a quiet area. The view from the balcony is very cool. A very short walk to the beach. Chairs were set up every morning. There is a good convenience store an easy walk away.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meagan C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great condo.

Great condo in a great location. Plenty of space for our family of 5. Loved the balcony overlooking the water. We had an issue with the A/C and the property manager was great with getting us the help we needed, very quickly. Easy check in/check out! Absolutely wonderful experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melody L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bernie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect beach location.

Absolutely perfect location. Everything was very clean. Place is actually much bigger than the photos show. Will certainly be back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erica G.

Perfect Location

We enjoyed our stay at this property very much. The location is absolutely perfect! Right on the beach, right next to the beach access walkway. The chair service was outstanding. The beach attendant is so nice and helpful. The condo is nice and large, plenty of space for our family. I wish the lighting in the rooms were better--only lamps light the bedrooms and living room area. And we were disappointed that the pool wasn't finished by the time of our trip; it was projected to be finished before Memorial Day. But that didn't ruin our trip at all. We hope to stay again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great trip

Perfect condo for the 4 of us Pictures are accurate for the property. Everything is very close. Dustin was great setting out our chairs and umbrella daily. Problem with TV but a representative from Brooks team stayed on the phone with us until issue was resolved. We would definitely stay there
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mandy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Vacation.

The property was just as pictured and had plenty of room for me and my family. Local to lots of restaurants and activities. WiFi kept going down and had to keep logging back in but not that big of a deal. Overall we had a wonderful stay and would definitely book this condo again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Tracy S., Ethel, Louisiana

Liked: Cleanliness

Windows need improvement

Window treatments in the bedrooms need improving. Blinds are messed up and curtains don’t even cover the entire window allowing the outside lights at night to come in
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely loved this place!

This was our first time at this Condo. We absolutely loved the location and the floor plan of the Condo. It’s spacious and very accommodating. The best part was that it was a short walk to the beach and two beach chairs and an umbrella were provided daily free of charge. Truly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this place. I do plan to return in the future😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Robin L.

Kitchen needs to be updated.

Loved the view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Tim H.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Not Up To Expectations

We were disappointed with our condo. We paid a significant amount of money for 3 nights here, and have been let down. The location is great, but otherwise, we were not happy. The the floors were filthy (my 1 year old son’s feet were black on the bottoms after running around for 15 mins in here), the tables and some counter surfaces appeared to not be wiped off, there was only hand soap in the one bathroom (and only one bar) and none in the kitchen, the carpets appear to be filthy and worn, multiple lamps do not work, the sheets were ill-fitting, the blinds are broken in some places or let lots of light in and the makeshift curtains didn’t cover the whole window, and a pillow case in the one room didn’t fit someone just put two pillowcases on it from opposite directions. Also, the advertised pictures showed a bunk bed in the one room, but the bed was not a bunk bed when we got here. My kids don’t have a bunk bed at home and were very excited to sleep in one here, so they were very disappointed. We knew we were renting a unit with outdated furnishings, and we were fine with that, especially for the location, but the cleanliness and care for the unit left us wanting. This was a big expense for us to go there, so to disappoint my wife and kids was frustrating. The location was great though. If you don't care about the interior, the balcony was great and the location was right on the beach,
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Kristyn D.

Location is perfect

Some of the photos in the listing has changed since this posting. The bunk beds are no longer bunk beds, but a twin and a full bed. So if your expecting extra floor space, you'll be mistaken when you get there. Also, the carpet is very old and damp feeling. It makes it very nasty to walk on bare foot. The appliances are out dated. The master bathroom is beautiful! The couch is comfortable, but worn and not so inviting at first. The location is perfect! The building in a whole is older than the surrounding buildings so just expect that too. The view is spectacular. In all honesty, the only thing that was distasteful was the carpet. I have 2 babies and 2 younger kids so they were all over the carpet and I was grossed out.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect view and great location

We love the location of the Condo and that there's not many units in the building. Having the chairs and umbrella daily is wonderful. It's a wonderfull stay and this is the 2nd time we have stayed in this condo. Our only issue would be the carpet in the bedrooms. They have a smell from being so close the water etc. I would recommend switching it out to all tile like everything else in the Condo. Definitely will be back and highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

christina j.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly what we needed

The property is nice and clean. There are a few little areas of wear and tear that could use attention, but nothing distracting. The location was the BEST. We were concerned about college-age spring breakers and heavy crowds, with COVID still looming. This area was perfect. So glad we didn't stay closer/in Destin where one would think there was no pandemic at all. Still, we were surprised that restaurant staff didn't mask up. But I guess that's to be expected in FL/AL.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Katherine V., Huntsville, United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location, bad wifi

The condo was as advertised, moderately comfortable but could use updating. The pool had no tables or umbrellas so it was not very comfortable to hang out at. The beach service was great. The bad thing about this place and the reason for my three star review was the WiFi. The WiFi is not configured in a way that makes it easy to use securely. It is set up so that you log on and then a pop up comes up to ask for the password. However, more than half the times I logged on it did not ask for a password and it was like using an unsecured network. I called the management office to complain because I could not log on securely to do my work. The office said they couldn’t help me so I was not able to get any work done. Do not come here if you plan to work remotely and need reliable and secure WiFi.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Nicole L.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Location amazing, property NEEDS cleaning overhaul

We loved the location but were very disappointed with the cleanliness of the unit. We were thankful that the sand had been vacuumed up and the counters wiped down but overall the unit needs a cleaning overhaul. We have several photos if items caked in dust. We also realize that the furniture gets used by a lot of different guests but the photos do not reflect the wear, age and dirt collected on the furniture. We also had kids that were super excited to sleep in the bunk beds pictured to only arrive with them as individual beds. When we went to add, the truly appreciated, extra blanket to keep our youngest warm we were out of luck. It had what appeared to be a never washed large blood stain on it. It is all about location location location for this place. We were appreciative that the bathrooms were clean but overall the place needs a major cleaning overhaul.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Great
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view!!

Great location! Beautiful view !!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Wendy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location and view spectacular!

We love this condo, rooms clean and well organized. Just steps from the beach. Quiet. This was our second stay and we really enjoyed it! Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fort Walton Getaway

Great location right on the beach was perfect for our party which included 3 small children. Rooftop pool was great--able to overlook the ocean. Clean facility, plenty of room for our 7 guests. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

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