Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
20 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Fort Walton Beach
On the beach.At this Okaloosa Island condo, you'll be well placed to visit Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches, both within a 5-minute walk. Santa Rosa Sound and Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center are also within half a mile (1 km).
Gulf Dunes / Okaloosa Island / 3 Bedroom / Sleeps 10 / No Pets / No Smoking
FEATURES: Beach Service Chairs and Umbrella / Beach View / Sleeps 8 / Private Washer Dryer / Granite Countertops / Stainless Appliances / Smart Flat Screen TV / King Master / 2 Queen Guest / Bunk Beds / Queen Palliser Cloud Z Sleeper Sofa
DETAILED DESCRIPTION Welcome to the stunning Gulf Dunes Resort, Unit 408! Perched on the scenic fifth floor along Okaloosa Island, this newly renovated three-bedroom condominium offers breathtaking views of the emerald Gulf and the white-sand coastline. The stylish interior features fresh master bedroom furniture, plush bedding, and an inviting living area with a queen Palliser Cloud Z sleeper sofa and a large wall-mounted smart TV. The modern kitchen is fully equipped with stainless steel appliances and an oversized side-by-side refrigerator.
The spacious living room and private master suite both open onto a beachfront balcony overlooking the sparkling pool. With comfortable, elevated seating and tables, it is a perfect spot for the entire family to gather and enjoy the ocean breeze. This unit is designed to host 8 to 10 guests comfortably, with flat-screen TVs in every room for easy relaxation.
The master suite includes a king bed, a walk-in closet, and a private bathroom with a double vanity. The second guest bedroom offers two queen beds and a front-resort view, while the cozy third bedroom features a set of bunk beds and its own TV—a dedicated space for kids or teens. Experience the best of Santa Rosa Blvd in this beautiful beach retreat.
SLEEPING: • Master Bedroom - King Bed • Second Bedroom - 2 Queen Beds • Third Bedroom - Bunk Beds • Living Room - Queen Sleeper Sofa
EXTRAS: • 1 Set of Complementary Beach Service (March1-October 31) • Private wifi offers connections for all your devices. • Smart TV's with streaming capability. Local Cable provided when available. • Your reservation will include a complimentary starter supply of laundry detergents, dish detergents, and toiletries. • We provide bath towels, wash cloths, and bath mats, as well as a starter set of bath and face soaps. • Guests will receive a complete guide to local activities, shopping, and dining via our free Guest App upon booking. A few of our favorites are listed there.
RESORT & AREA Gulf Dunes Resort on Okaloosa Island provides a beachfront retreat with 426 feet of private shoreline. This seven-story complex features 102 units, each offering a private balcony with direct views of the Gulf of Mexico. These one- to three-bedroom condos include full kitchens and in-unit laundry, while the property itself offers two swimming pools, a fitness center, tennis courts, and grilling areas. Your rental will include seasonal beach service, providing you with beach chairs and umbrellas.
The resort is positioned near several local attractions on Okaloosa Island. Guests can walk to the Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park and the Okaloosa Island Fishing Pier, while The Boardwalk offers shopping and entertainment less than a mile away. For a wider variety of activities, the Destin Harbor Boardwalk is approximately 6 miles to the east, typically a 10-minute drive. This hub is the primary location for fishing charters, dolphin tours, and waterfront nightlife.
Parking: Free uncovered parking is provided for up to 3 vehicles with each reservation.
Food: For groceries, you're just a short drive from Publix at Shoppes at Paradise Pointe or nearby Winn-Dixie, making snack time and meal prep stress-free. Dining options near Gulf Dunes are varied and accessible. Stewby's Seafood Shanty is a popular spot for fresh seafood located directly across the street. Other nearby choices include Old Bay Steamer for steamed platters and The Gulf, which offers outdoor seating and bay views. For Italian cuisine, Vincenzo's Italian Bistro is a short distance away, and The Shack provides a classic waterfront setting for local seafood.
Beach Service: One set (2 chairs and 1 umbrella) are provided complimentary with your reservation daily between Mar 1 and Oct 31. The beach service vendor will set the chairs up 8am-9am typically. Chairs are typically claimed as guests arrive. You will be able to reserve an available set of chairs with a towel, beach bag, etc. It is recommended that you reserve your chairs early while availability is plentiful. Additional sets may be purchased by speaking with the vendor upon arrival. Private chairs and canopies up to 10'x10' are generally allowed barring they do not interfere with the beach service access and/or view.
Pool: Pools are typically heated only as needed to maintain a tenable level, which is typically to a water temperature between 68-75℉.
PROVISIONS • Must be 25 yrs old to reserve and occupy this property. • Completed and signed Rental Agreement must be received within 24 hours (via email) • Vehicles are limited to passenger vehicles only. No RVs or Trailers • No Smoking in unit or on balcony • Check-In 4pm, Check-Out 10am • Early Arrivals - Please plan to arrive at 4pm. If it is imperative that you check in before 4pm, we suggest reserving an extra night. However, you will be automatically notified by email if your room is ready before 4pm. The resort facilities and amenities are available to use while waiting.
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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 1,200 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
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
584443
Frequently asked questions
How close is Gulf Dunes 408 • Platinum Oceanfront Condo, 5th Floor Ocean View, Sleeps 10, Free Bch Svc to the airport?
This condo is 9.9 mi (17-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Gulf Dunes 408 • Platinum Oceanfront Condo, 5th Floor Ocean View, Sleeps 10, Free Bch Svc have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.
How close is Gulf Dunes 408 • Platinum Oceanfront Condo, 5th Floor Ocean View, Sleeps 10, Free Bch Svc to the beach?
This condo is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
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7.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Heather P.
Aug 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The unit was as it is shown and described. The unit was clean, there was plenty of towels for our stay (6 of us), and the view was amazing! We had a small issue with the washing machine and they were there right away taking care of the issue (on the weekend!). The property is conveniently located and easy driving distance (5 minutes) to a ton of different restaurants and little shops. The four star is for the facility itself is getting a little tired and looks tired. However the unit itself was nice.
Heather P.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Brandy W.
Aug 21, 2025
Great location, great views from the balcony! And super cute. Definitely could be cleaned better. The washer doesn’t spin and drain properly so you have to do the spin more than once with each wash, the water in the kitchen sink isn’t good at all, absolutely no pressure. And some dishes needed to be rewashed like they had been put away dirty. Also the refrigerator didn’t seem very cold but kept stuff cold enough it didn’t go bad. but the freezer was great so not sure if it was going out.
Brandy W.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nicole T.
Aug 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property. We loved our stay here. The kids really enjoyed it as well. Affordable and great for larger families.
Nicole T.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Jaclyn S.
Aug 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Overall we had a great experience staying in this condo! It’s beautifully decorated and the location is great. Our only complaint is there seemed to be water issues impacting the whole building (we had family staying in other units who experienced similar problems) the water in the kitchen sink barely worked unless you regularly took it apart while using to unclog the sand stuck in it. They offered to come fix it, but it worked with us messing with it and we didn’t want to give up beach time for a repair person to come by. There were also dirty dishes that had been put away as if they were clean which was annoying. The washing machine also doesn’t drain properly and you have to do an extra spin cycle with each wash. Like I said, overall it was a good experience and we’d stay here again.
Jaclyn S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mike S., Ft Worth TX
Sep 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Gulf Dunes
We have been coming to Ft Walton Beach and staying in Gulf Dunes for the past 14 years. We love the convenience to the beach, the direct patio views from the master bedroom and living room, the pools, and the convenience to Destin without the crowd. The two chairs and umbrella set up on the beach is awesome (thanks Dan!) We love the emerald water and white sand. This unit is absolutely beautiful with wonderful furniture and a fully stocked kitchen. Sunset Resort Rentals advertised as having a covered parking spot which was inaccurate. To date they have not offered compensation for the error. Covered parking spots are prime due to the occasional showers and overall safety for guests plus easy storage for beach items so they don't have to go up to the room. The grill area is charcoal and a nice addition for meal prep. Stewbys across the street is my favorite food while Publixs Grocery Store is across the bridge. Before Memorial Day the water is a little chilly. We will continue to enjoy this beautiful vacation area for many years to come.
Mike S.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2023
6/10 Okay
Kristen M.
Jul 1, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Cleanliness
Great location! Room was nice and recently updated however it was not cleaned properly.