On the beach.At this Okaloosa Island condo, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. Also, Santa Rosa Sound is within half a mile (1 km) and Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center is within 3 miles (5 km).
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
Getting around
Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
Stewby’s Seafood Shanty - 9 min drive
Whataburger - 7 min drive
Lost Pizza Co. Ft Walton - 9 min drive
Slim Chickens - 7 min drive
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.
307 | Heated Pool + Steps to the Beach!
Newly upgraded Beach Vacation Retreat | Islander 307 Comfy Coastal Retreat Condo / Okaloosa Island King bedroom suite & two sofa sleepers.
This property is presented by Beach Stays Vacations – we are thrilled to host your beach vacation! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ **The Islander Beach Resort is repaving the parking lot during November and December 2025. There may be noise and dust at times during this project (typically from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm daily M-F with makeup days on weekends). The HOA will block off areas from parking while working on this project. We apologize for any inconvenience. **
Beach – 0.0 miles Beachview Grill and Bar – 0.5 miles (10 min walk) Stewbys Restaurant/Seafood Market – 1.7 miles Gulfarium – 2.2 miles Publix Grocery Store – 2.5 miles Destin Harbor – 7.6 miles
Create Lasting Memories at the BEACH at the “Once Upon a Tide” ★ Property Highlights ★ • New furniture and upgrades including new bathroom vanity, sink and hardware, new french door refrigerator, new Smart TVs, art and décor! (Photos will be updated soon) • Sleeps up to 6 guests in comfort and style (the condo would be comfortable for 4 adults and 2 kids) • FREE Beach service included (2 chairs plus umbrella each day of your stay March 1 - October 31) • SoPoly bar height balcony furniture to enjoy Gulf views! • Fully loaded and stocked kitchen with granite countertops • Dining table seats 6 • Keurig coffee machine - BYO Coffee • 2 NEW Smart TVs • Free WiFi + basic cable • Stackable washer & dryer in condo • Located so close to Beachview Bar/Grill, Stewbys, mini-golf/ice cream, AJ’s Oyster Shanty, and The Boardwalk + Fishing Pier • Food trucks just over the bridge • Our location is so close to pontoon and jet ski rentals, the Pier, Wild Willys Adventure Zone, The Gulfarium, The Boardwalk, and a prime balcony viewing location for sunsets and seasonal fireworks from the Pier! • Free onsite parking
★ ISLANDER RESORT AMENITIES ★ • Gulf front pool (seasonally heated) • Outdoor BBQ with picnic area • FREE seasonal beach service – 2 chairs plus umbrella each day of your stay (March 1 – October 31) • Easy beach access • Free parking
★ BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS ★
• Master Suite: King-sized bed, SMART TV, dresser, and nightstands • Bathroom: Shower, NEW single sink vanity • Two living room sleeper sofas (queen & full) • Bathroom: Shower/tub combination
✔ Clean linens, and charging stations ✔ We provide starter toiletries and fluffy white towels + black makeup cloths ✔ Hair dryer ✔ Stackable washer and dryer ✔ Iron + ironing board
★KITCHEN & DINING ★ The gorgeous and spacious kitchen has everything you’ll need to make meals at home. The kitchen has updated cabinetry, stone counters, and sleek stainless steel appliances. We have everything fully stocked with quality dishes, pots and pans and appliances. You’ll enjoy meals at the dining table, breakfast bar, or alfresco on the balcony!
✔ Full size fridge and freezer with ice maker ✔ Stove, oven, induction cooktop, dishwasher, microwave ✔ Keurig Coffee maker, blender, toaster
★ BEACH SERVICE ★ We have paid for one set of beach service for each day of your reservation – this includes 2 chairs and umbrella set up for you daily by the onsite beach service attendants. Guests can purchase additional sets of beach service or rent other items from the attendants. (March 1 - October 31)
★ OKALOOSA ISLAND ★ Once Upon A Tide is ideally located on Okaloosa Island offering a lower density beach vacation. There aren’t any high rises on OKI, so no more fighting for space or sitting in the 5th row! There are so many activities to enjoy, including: ✔ Okaloosa Island Beach: A pristine stretch of white sand and emerald green water offering parasailing, pontoon & jet-ski rentals and a fishing pier! ✔ The Boardwalk with many shops and restaurants, beach volleyball, and a fishing pier + seasonal fireworks shows! ✔ Wild Willys Adventure Zone - Features go-karts, mini-golf, bumper rides, and more, catering to family fam! ✔ Destin – Just a short drive away you can spend the day enjoying the Harbor, Destin Commons, and a wide variety of shops, restaurants, golf, and spas!
★ ISLANDER RESORT ★ We are pleased to host several condos in the Islander Resort – please reach out if you would like more options or have other friends or family who would like to travel with you and stay in a great Beach Stays Vacations accommodation!
★ YOUR HOSTING TEAM ★ • The Beach Stays Vacation team is a boutique hosting team - we are passionate about delivering a great guest experience alongside a sparkling clean and well-maintained property, and to help our guests have the dream vacation they have worked and saved for! • Our team is excited to welcome you to the beach! We are here for you to answer any questions or to help you choose the perfect property, just ask. As owners and hosts, we have a small collection of beautiful properties to choose from. Our team looks forward to helping you have a fun and stress-free vacation...we know the world is full of choices, thank you for choosing us!
THE FINE PRINT
• Minimum Age: This property requires a minimum of one adult over the age of 25 stay at the property throughout the entire rental term. The primary guest is responsible for all additional guests. • Pet Free Property - Per the signed Rental Agreement, any violation of the NO PET policy will result in immediate eviction, plus additional cleaning charges. Our building does not allow guest pets and Emotional Support Animals are not required to be allowed by law in vacation rentals. • All reservations include a mandatory rental agreement to finalize your reservation that must be signed within 48 hours. All your arrival information will be included in this information for an easy and organized vacation experience! • CHECK-IN BEGINS AT 4:00 PM and CHECK-OUT IS BY 10:00 AM. You will be notified automatically on arrival day if the property is available for early arrival – fees may apply. • Easy self-check-in is available via the keypad on the front door - a personalized code will be in your arrival instructions at check in time. • Every reservation includes an accidental damage waiver for separate purchase or a security deposit hold – should any accidental damage occur during your stay, simply notify us as soon as you can and provide a photo. We will file the damage waiver and replace/repair before the next rental guests arrive! • We offer optional post booking travel insurance to protect your vacation investment – this will include trip cancellations and delays, medical conditions, hurricanes, and much more. • No smoking/vaping/drugs/firearms allowed in our condo or on the balcony • Max number of guests includes guests of all ages including infants/children to comply with our vacation rental permit, HOA laws, and local fire code laws. Exceeding the guest count is grounds for immediate eviction with no refund. • All guests booking through the Airbnb booking platform will be required to upload a valid ID for check-in purposes.
*Departure instructions – We do not have long chore lists for our guests – you are here to relax! All we ask is that our guests remove all trash and food and start the dishwasher. This small list allows our professional housekeeping team to clean and sanitize the condo during our short rental turn in time for our next guests. We appreciate you!
We look forward to hosting you on your upcoming beach vacation – if you have any questions or would like information on any of our amazing beach getaways, please just send a message!
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
Garden
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 840 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
Rules
A completed and signed rental agreement must be completed by guest.
A security deposit hold is required prior to arrival and will be released 7 days after checkout, provided there are no deductions.
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
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Frequently asked questions
How close is 307 | Heated Pool + Steps to the Beach! to the airport?
This condo is 11.2 mi (19-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does 307 | Heated Pool + Steps to the Beach! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.
How close is 307 | Heated Pool + Steps to the Beach! to the beach?
This condo is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does 307 | Heated Pool + Steps to the Beach! offer free breakfast?
This condo does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at 307 | Heated Pool + Steps to the Beach!?
No, there is no casino at this condo.
What time is check-in at 307 | Heated Pool + Steps to the Beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at 307 | Heated Pool + Steps to the Beach!?
Free parking is not available at this condo.
Does 307 | Heated Pool + Steps to the Beach! have a pool?
Yes, there's a pool.
Does 307 | Heated Pool + Steps to the Beach! have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this condo.
How close is 307 | Heated Pool + Steps to the Beach! to downtown Fort Walton Beach?