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Hermitage By the Bay aerial view with Gulf of Mexico public beach access show across the street in upper picture. No sign on street: turn next to Vacasa and Destin West, behind Tom Thumb and next door to Fort Walton Beach Elks Lodge on left side of o0wer picture.

Bayfront view with Gulf of Mexico in the upper pictures

Stairway access to unit 107 on left lower level

Lower corner unit. Video surveillance for security

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Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 669.7 sq m

Popular amenities

Air conditioning

Pool

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Washer

Barbecue grill

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Fort Walton Beach, FL

Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island10 min walk
Okaloosa Island Pier12 min walk
Emerald Coast Convention Center14 min walk
Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)12 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tami was super easy to work with. The condo felt like home and was very clean and bright. Perfect for a beach getaway!

David K.

Apr 24, 2024

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Choctawhatchee Bay retreat w/public access to Gulf of Mexico across the street!

750 sf 1st floor condo with a King bedroom, Queen bedroom and Queen memory foam sleeper sofa. Each bedroom has its own bathroom. Bedrooms are furnished with sheets, quilt, blanket, Amazon Echo alarm clocks to stream music or podcasts, iron, ironing board, storage for clothes, hanging rack, 32' Smart tvs and 12" of storage space under the bed for suitcases. Linens and towels are provided along with hair dryers and a washer and dryer. Kitchen is fully stocked with appliances, dishes, pots/pans...everything you need to just relax and eat-in. Keurig coffee maker, French press, air fryer/toaster oven, InstaPot, Ninja blender and smoothie maker along with barware on the built-in bookcase all provide you with the feel of home. Board games, cards and dice provided for hours of memory making along with books to enjoy by the pool. The open kitchen and living area offers a 55' smart tv, 4 seated pub table, coffee table lifts to create a table at the couch, loveseat along with blackout curtains for a good night sleep on the queen sofa-sleeper. Relax in the comfortable cushioned rockers on the deck facing the pool and views of Choctawhatchee Bay. Bayfront offers grills and picnic tables (acrylic dinnerware and grilling tools provided.) Pool is furnished with lounge chairs and 6 beach towels are supplied in the condo. Public beach access to the Gulf of Mexico with white sand beaches and gorgeous blue water is directly across the street. Highway 98 on Okaloosa Island hosts the Boardwalk with restaurants/nightlife along with the Gulfarium, boat/jet ski rentals, Elks Lodge, souvenir shops, and many restaurants! Publics grocery store is located 5 minutes away in Ft. Walton Beach. The Destin bridge is a 6 minute drive east on Hwy 98 and downtown Fort Walton is a few minutes west over the Brooks Bridge. This condo offers comfort and convenience that you won't find in a hotel so that you can truly relax and enjoy your stay. All furnishings and bedding are brand new with freshly painted walls. The pool closes at 10:00 pm. The unit is located on the first floor that is accessible by 9 steps off of the parking lot. *No handicap accessibility for stairs.* One parking space is marked "107" along with visitor parking spaces. There is a dumpster and pet walking area. The boat dock is for guest use so feel free to bring your boat and enjoy Crab Island in Destin!! Pets welcomed!

Property manager

Tami Woerl

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Fort Walton Beach

Located in Fort Walton Beach, this condo is on the waterfront. 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 Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Emerald Coast Science Center are also worth visiting.

Fort Walton Beach, FL

What's nearby

Wild Willy's Adventure Zone - 10 min walk
Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 10 min walk
Okaloosa Island Pier - 12 min walk
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 12 min walk
Emerald Coast Convention Center - 14 min walk

Getting around

Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Boardwalk - Okaloosa Island - ‬11 min walk
‪Old Bay Steamer - ‬19 min walk
‪Al's Beach Club - ‬11 min walk
‪Rockin Tacos - ‬11 min walk
‪Crab Trap - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Choctawhatchee Bay retreat w/public access to Gulf of Mexico across the street! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Choctawhatchee Bay retreat w/public access to Gulf of Mexico across the street!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Choctawhatchee Bay retreat w/public access to Gulf of Mexico across the street!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Choctawhatchee Bay retreat w/public access to Gulf of Mexico across the street! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this condo is within a 10-minute walk of Choctawhatchee Bay, Fort Walton Beaches and Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island. John Beasley Park and Wayside Park are also within 10 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

David K.

24 April 2024

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

Super Convenient

Tami was super easy to work with. The condo felt like home and was very clean and bright. Perfect for a beach getaway!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

18 April 2024

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

Great, Easy Stay

Thanks so much for being responsive and easy to book and find.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen H.

5 April 2024

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

Excellent Week

This was one of the best we have stayed at. Super clean property with everything that is needed and more. Great recommendations and hosts went above and beyond on helpful information. Would definitely stay here again. So much to do in the area and within walking distance. Whole family had an amazing week.

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

19 February 2024

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

Excellent

Nice new renovation. Everything you’ll need is there. Great location. Beds super comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Tami Woerl

Born and raised in Ft. Walton Beach FL now residing in northern VA. We purchased this condo to share our love of the Emerald Coast's white sandy beaches and emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico! We have parents, 2 adult children and 2 grandchildren along with many friends in the area that we enjoy spending time with when we visit.

Why they chose this property

We chose to purchase Bay Dreamin' at Hermitage at the Bay for our love of the Choctawhatchee Bay! The Hermitage is small and secluded with a gorgeous pool and boat dock on the bay. We love spending time out at Crab Island in Destin. There are many boat and jetski rental companies close to the condo or bring your own! Beasley Park is located across the street for public access to the Gulf along with The Boardwalk just down the street with restaurants and nightlife. So many restaurants along with the Gulfarium are within walking distance. We share a property line with the Fort Walton Beach Elks Lodge for members and members' guests.

What makes this property unique

Our property offers so much more than a hotel to make your stay relaxing and cost effective with a full kitchen for those stay-in meals, 3 smart tvs with Cox Cable or log into your favorite streaming channels. The beautiful pool offers restrooms and lounge chairs (beach towels, cooler & beach chairs are available in the condo) that overlook the Choctawhatchee Bay and boat dock. Walk through the back gate to the Fort Walton Beach Elks Lodge for members enjoyment. Picnic tables and grills are also located bayfront. Acrylic dishes and grilling tools are located in the kitchen of the unit. Just grab your charcoal and lighter fluid from Public Grocery Store 5 minutes away or go a little further into Fort Walton Beach to Walmart & Sam's Club for all of your grocery needs. InstaCart and DoorDash are great options for staying put and letting what you need come to you!