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3-star houseboat near Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island

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(Butterfly Goddess) Docked Houseboat | Living room
(Butterfly Goddess) Docked Houseboat | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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1201 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32548
  • Popular LocationGulfarium Marine Adventure Park9 min walk
  • Popular LocationOkaloosa Island Pier11 min walk
  • Popular LocationBoardwalk on Okaloosa Island13 min walk

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(Butterfly Goddess) Docked Houseboat | Terrace/patio

(Butterfly Goddess) Docked Houseboat

  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bathroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Fort Walton Beach

On waterfront.Within a 10-minute walk of this Fort Walton Beach houseboat, you'll find Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. Emerald Coast Convention Center and Okaloosa Island Pier are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Emerald Coast Convention Center - 9 min walk
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 9 min walk
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 11 min walk
  • Wild Willy's Adventure Zone - 12 min walk
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 13 min walk

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Boardwalk - Okaloosa Island - 13 min walk
  • Old Bay Steamer - 3 min walk
  • Al's Beach Club - 13 min walk
  • Crab Trap - 13 min walk
  • Fubar Pizza Bar - 6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire house boat to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Island Houseboat

3-star houseboat near Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
Free self parking is available.

  • 1 guestroom or unit
Air-conditioned accommodations at this houseboat offer washers/dryers and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations at this 3-star houseboat have kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Fee: USD 30 per pet per day
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Services and conveniences

  • No housekeeping service

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat tours on site
  • Fishing on site
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.
Please be advised that this property is a boat and not a standard hotel.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per day
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 10 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 10 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 300.00
  • Cleaning fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children 10 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Island Houseboat to the airport?

This houseboat is 9.6 mi (17-min drive) away from the Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Island Houseboat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this houseboat.

How close is Island Houseboat to the beach?

This houseboat is a short 3-minute walk from Okaloosa Island Beach and 8-minute walk from Fort Walton Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Island Houseboat offer free breakfast?

This houseboat does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Island Houseboat?

No, there is no casino at this houseboat.

What time is check-in at Island Houseboat?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Island Houseboat?

This houseboat offers free self parking.

Does Island Houseboat have a pool?

This houseboat does not have a pool.

Does Island Houseboat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this houseboat.

How close is Island Houseboat to downtown Fort Walton Beach?

This houseboat is 0.5 mi away from Fort Walton Beach.

Island Houseboat Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 243 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 243 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 243 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 243 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 243 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Perfect Valentines Date
I surprised my girlfriend for this unique houseboat and she just loved it. Was so romantic and perfect for the two of us. She does not stop talking about it while driving home. She cant wait to be back in the area and book this again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
CANCEL POLICY
older and very compact as one might expect, but in windy conditions hard to maintain your balance. stairs to upper deck was dangerous in the windy (normal) conditions. pics looked much better than "the real deal"
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Suk

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was old and dingy. We had good communication with the property owners/management until we had a problem. When we arrived to the boathouse around 5:00 pm there was no running water. We called to let the owner/management know and they said there was pipe bust, it was being worked on, and they would call me to let me know when it was fixed. I did NOT receive a phone call, I had to call them back and was told it was fixed. It was not fixed. At this time it was late and we just needed a place to stay. I requested a refund, the owner/manager hung up and was unable to be reached the rest of the night. I then received a text stating they would not issue a refund until their cleaning lady verified the place did not need to be cleaned. Not a single apology about our inconvenience, just making sure they were taken care of. The ONLY positive thing that came out of this was we did receive a refund.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time and enjoyed staying on the houseboat!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Wonderful and unique house. Great for short term accommodation. Quiet and safe and comfortable .Definitely will book this again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
What a great cute stay . We. enjoyed the uniqueness of this place. We shall come back again in summer .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allie

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This boathouse was such a unique and cool stay; it was our first time ever vacationing in one. It was within close access to the beach, shops, and restaurants. We especially loved the all around bay views on the top deck. The views are beautiful and peaceful. The inside of the boathouse was homey and comfortable. The only thing I would say is when the toilet is flushed, it does have a bit of a funky smell to it. But other than that, the experience was very enjoyable. The owner was very friendly and helpful whenever I had questions. If a make another Fort Walton trip, I'd definitely stay at this boathouse again :)

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
What a wonderful stay! Wish could have been longer for us . Definitely will book again. I highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
It was great one night stay . Everything as expected. Best spot in town
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anwar

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023