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🌊Gulf View~Steps 2 Beach~Heated Pool~1BR Islander Beach Resort 305🌅

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Islander Beach Resort 305
Islander Beach Resort 305 balcony
Views from the balcony
Beautiful Unspoiled Beaches on Okaloosa!
Another shot of the Lovely Pool at Islander Beach

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
1 bathroomSleeps 244.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Fort Walton Beach, Florida
  • Okaloosa Island Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Okaloosa Island Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Sleeping Area

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

🌊Gulf View~Steps 2 Beach~Heated Pool~1BR Islander Beach Resort 305🌅

Top Reasons to Book this Lovely Studio:

* Beach Front Building on Okaloosa Island

* Complimentary Seasonal Beach Service (3/1-10/31-25)

* Deeded Beach Access

* Seasonally Heated Beachfront Pool

* Fitness Room, Grilling Area, and Shuffleboard

* Only 2 miles from The Boardwalk and Gulfarium 

* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service 

Welcome to Islander Beach Resort 305 on Okaloosa Island. This gorgeous, updated studio unit offers partial views of the emerald waters and sugar white sand beaches. Featuring a queen bed that comfortably sleeps up to 2 guests, this is a perfect beach getaway for couples. With two cozy swing chairs on the balcony to enjoy a relaxing view, you won’t want to leave Island Beach Resort 305.

*This property is NOT AVAILABLE for rent to those under the age of 25. No Exceptions.*

*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*
Snowbird Season runs November thru February. For a quote, select an arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and a departure date (must be the 1st day of a subsequent month). Contact us for alternate date requests and further assistance! All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee.

The Islander Beach Resort is a beachfront complex on gorgeous Okaloosa Island with everything you need for a wonderful vacation on the white sandy beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. Vacation rentals here offer a peaceful retreat with a quiet, less crowded beach yet is just minutes away from downtown Destin. The Islander Beach Resort features an 80 foot beachside pool (heated seasonally), deeded beach access with complimentary seasonal beach chair service (3/1-10/31/25), fitness room, shuffleboard, and a BBQ grilling area. So if you're looking for a wonderful vacation that won't break the bank, come to Islander Beach Resort.

Area Attractions: 

Islander Beach Resort is located near an array of dining possibilities at The Boardwalk nearby and loads of options in Fort Walton Beach or in the busy harbor area of Destin, which is just a short 10-minute ride. Visit the Gulfarium, a marine adventure park, with dolphin and sea lion shows or head into Destin to visit Big Kahuna's Water Park. Fish off the pier at Okaloosa or try your hand at the array of watersports in the area. There's something for everyone, so pull out your calendar and start planning your trip!

The Boardwalk is your one-stop destination for fun, day and night! Relax on the beaches of The Gulf of Mexico while sipping a frozen concoction prepared at our outdoor bar upstairs at The Crab Trap, stroll the boardwalk and visit Islanders Coastal Outfitters for new beach attire or grab a frozen snack from Pino Gelato. When day turns to night, Al’s Beach Club is our premier club and burger bar. Hungry? We've got that covered as well! Grab some fresh from the Gulf seafood from any of the great beachfront restaurants located directly on The Boardwalk!

Property manager

RealJoy Vacations
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
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Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Fort Walton Beach

Located in Fort Walton Beach, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. HarborWalk Village and Destin Commons are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Emerald Coast Science Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fort Walton Beach, Florida

What's nearby

  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 5 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Stewby’s Seafood Shanty - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lost Pizza Co. Ft Walton - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 🌊Gulf View~Steps 2 Beach~Heated Pool~1BR Islander Beach Resort 305🌅 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 🌊Gulf View~Steps 2 Beach~Heated Pool~1BR Islander Beach Resort 305🌅 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 🌊Gulf View~Steps 2 Beach~Heated Pool~1BR Islander Beach Resort 305🌅?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🌊Gulf View~Steps 2 Beach~Heated Pool~1BR Islander Beach Resort 305🌅?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🌊Gulf View~Steps 2 Beach~Heated Pool~1BR Islander Beach Resort 305🌅 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Fort Walton Beach condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. Wayside Park and John Beasley Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 18 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

C M.

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

Beach getaway

Lovely condo
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy A.

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

Wonderful

Great place
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abby McAnally

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

Will for sure be back!

This was a perfect place for my husband and I to stay for a few days while on spring break! It was very clean and in a perfect location. The only issue we had was with the AC. Apparently in the “cooler” months when it gets below a certain temperature it blows hot air even if you have the AC on. At one point we woke up and it was 78 inside. Thankfully we were able to leave the door to the balcony open a lot since it was cooler but it was a little frustrating. The customer service was great and even had someone out here looking to make sure everything was running okay. The HOA are the ones in charge of the chiller system so it was really out of our hands. Overall, a great place and we would for sure come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine P.

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

Review About Stay

My boyfriend and I were wanting a mini get away vacation. This was absolutely perfect! We enjoyed our room very much. Our favorite part was the egg chairs outside, we stayed out there for hours!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darin D.

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

Time to Refresh…

Nice getaway for a few days. Just the right size for what we needed. Would book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Todd G.

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

Relaxing and romantic

We had a wonderfully relaxing get away for our 25th anniversary. The condo was the perfect size for us, intimate and cozy. It was clean and comfortable. Easy beach access and beautiful view. We highly recommend this place. Lovely.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Cindy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Small but nice condo

Overall, it is a nice condo in a good location, and we enjoyed our stay. However, listing title states that it's a 1-bedroom which is misleading since this condo does not have a private bedroom. Pictures are accurate but I did overlook the studio set up based on the advertised title.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen M.

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

Great Studio On a Great Beach but...

The accommodations were perfect for a couples weekend and the property management company was responsive. The problem we had was that the heater blew cold air during our first night when the outside temperatures were in the 50s. We reported it and the maintenance crew responded quickly the next day but left us a note explaining how the thermostat was locked into a program that would blow heat on a cold night.... No problem with that but dismissed the fact that it wasn't blowing heat. Frustrating so we chose not chance it on the second night.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Briana J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

3.5/5 stars

My husband and I stayed here for a our babymoon, prior to the arrival of our first baby. Overall, it was a good experience. I would rate 3.5/5 stars. Pros: -Roomy enough for 2 adults -Good beach access -Great location of condo, with things to do/places to eat nearby -Cute, cozy decor -Full size kitchen appliances -2 large TVs -Towels/Rags included in bathroom Cons: -Full size bed that is not very comfortable (very firm despite mattress pad) -AC cannot be cut below 70 degrees -AC unit is set to change temperature to 74 automatically in the middle of the night -No washer and dryer in unit -Out of date appliances
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Russell T.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Florida

I was moved to this unit, with very little notice and was giving 2 places to pick from! And had to pick before the end of the day that they called to move me! The person who switch us was not very helpful are friendly! I asked for the manager to call me and got nothing from him or her! Will not be using them again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Jennifer V.

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

BabyMoon

My husband and I visited for a small vacation before the arrival of our first baby. This is the perfect spot for a couple. Very cute, beachy decor! Some little things I’d like to point out - coffee maker was broken, coffee and grinds spewed everywhere on our first attempt to use; the salt and pepper shakers are huge and the salt didn’t work; the thermostat automatically changed multiple times throughout the night and my husband had to get out of bed to turn it back down; the paper towels, toilet paper, and garbage bags were all very cheap, so if you like Bounty I’d bring your own. We also purchased our own beach chairs and umbrella, but they came for free with the unit which was not included in the listing. So we have to make an extra trip to return them. The sea grass and sea lice were extremely bothersome in Fort Walton which was a bummer. Getting in the water was actually painful. We headed down to Henderson Beach and the water was super clear and free of any stinging sea life! Overall was a good trip and we were happy with the condo.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patra B.

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

Great place for 2

We had a really good time here. Room was nice and perfect for 2 people. It was very clean and the only noise was we heard the upstairs neighbor sometimes. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda R.

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

GREAT UNIT AND PROPERTY

Would recommend to others and would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff Y.

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

Great time!

Real clean and neat
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Christopher J.

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

Great location, nice beach!

The property is a studio and a little small, but was still a good size for two people. Had everything we needed. You can see the beach from the balcony which is important to us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tamara H.

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

Super cute condo

Just as pictured. Perfect for 1or 2. Great view. Quiet. Great access to beach. Washer/dryer right around the corner from room. Perfect location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erica B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, Realjoy was very nice and responsive hostess!

Very wonderful place to stay, would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

2/10 Terrible

Jarrad T.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great location terrible company to deal with

Booked 3-4 weeks in advance Never once did they inform me that there was construction going on. We reserved this place for the balcony and view, which we could not use. Construction waking us up at 7am each morning, hammers, drills., saws etc. that continued throughout the day until 5:30. We had to have the patio furniture in the unit so the living room area was basically useless. I sent 3 emails to real joy, all of which Were unanswered. Talked to someone on the phone they said not our problem basically. A/C went out that last night as well to top it off. So I would look elsewhere if any available.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

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