Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
35 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Guest Bedroom
1 King Bed
Living Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Guest Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Master Bathroom
Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
⛱️Gulf Views~Pool~Tennis~2BR Hol Surf & Racquet Club 707
Top Reasons to Book this Condo!
* 7th floor unit w/Gulf Views from balcony
* Two masters w/King beds and washer/dryer IN the condo!
* Walk to the jetties where the Gulf and Destin Harbor meet.
* Pool, Lighted Tennis Courts, Grills, shuffleboard, Fitness Center and Sauna
* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service
This immaculately clean condo has two bedrooms and two baths. The condo boasts a DOUBLE MASTER setup with KING beds in each room including their own full bathrooms, and there's is a pull-out sofa bed in the living room. This is one of the ONLY condos with IN ROOM washer/dryer. The kitchen is fully equipped and the decor is tasteful and updated. This 7th floor unit has a balcony with excellent gulf views, perfect for enjoying evenings outside, and you are high enough to see the city, beach, water, everything!
Holiday Surf and Racquet Club #707 is located directly on the beach in exclusive Holiday Isle, which is a peninsula surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico and Destin Harbor. With an elevator located in the lobby for your convenience, this destination is sure to please!
*Holiday Surf and Racquet Club charges a mandatory Check in, Parking and Security Fee of $100 for 2024. We add this line item to your reservation and remit it to the building for you.*
*This property does not allow groups of adults under age 25. No Exceptions. *
Holiday Surf and Racquet Club is located directly on the beach in exclusive Holiday Isle, which is a peninsula surrounded by the Gulf of Mexico and Destin Harbor. Amenities featured are the seasonally heated pool, 2 lighted tennis courts, BBQ grilling area, shuffleboard, exercise rooms and saunas. There is free wifi in the lobby and pool areas. There are also coin operated Laundry facilities.
The pool is pristine - the Holiday Surf and Racquet maintenance staff are State of Florida Certified Pool Operators and have received training to ensure the cleanest pool in this area year after year.
Once you stay in Holiday Isle, you'll want to come back year after year!
In order to make your stay more affordable, NO beach service is provided. Beach service can be purchased from the front desk for a nominal fee.
The Bed Set Up:
Master Bedroom- King Bed Guest Bedroom- King Bed Living Room- Sleeper Sofa
Notice: HIIA PC&Rs, Section 4.5(f) Temporary structures, including, but not limited to, towed house trailers, houseboats, tents, or temporary structures of any kind are prohibited on Holiday Isle, except to the extent set forth herein. Umbrellas are permitted on the beaches in a manner consistent with these Covenants provided that their use is in compliance with state and local laws and regulations. Set up of umbrellas can occur only after beach cleaning has been completed. Umbrellas shall not exceed 8 feet in diameter.
Area Attractions:
If you haven't been to Holiday Isle, you're in for a treat. It's a serene, little oasis in the middle of Destin, with 2 and a half miles of paved trails for walking and biking, surrounded by quiet neighborhoods perfect for exploring on a bike. It's just minutes away from restaurants, shopping, boat docks, fishing, golf, and amusements.
An easy walk along the beach will take you to the jetties, where the Gulf of Mexico and Destin Harbor meet, a spot well-known for great snorkeling and fishing. Here you can also watch boats going out deep sea fishing and returning from gulf to harbor.
Close by is Destin Commons, a beautifully landscaped, pedestrian-friendly area and a great family venue where children will love to play in the interactive water fountains. Also for the younger guests, a nautically/pirate themed outdoor playground features a 1,750 square foot soft play area with various creatures from the sea, slides, and a treasure chest! Destin Commons also has a mini-train for the kids. Destin Commons features over 75 shops and restaurants, including Godiva Chocolates, AMC Movie Theaters and Bass Pro Shop.
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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 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
About the area
Destin
Located in Holiday Isle, a neighbourhood in Destin, 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 Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Preston Hood Athletic Complex or Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
Destin, FL
What's nearby
Destin Beaches - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Destin Harbor - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
HarborWalk Village - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 4 min drive
Cj’s Hangout - 5 min drive
Donut Hole - 4 min drive
Margaritaville - 4 min drive
Red Door Saloon - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does ⛱️Gulf Views~Pool~Tennis~2BR Hol Surf & Racquet Club 707 have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at ⛱️Gulf Views~Pool~Tennis~2BR Hol Surf & Racquet Club 707?
As of 22 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ⛱️Gulf Views~Pool~Tennis~2BR Hol Surf & Racquet Club 707 on 31 July 2026 start from NZ$615, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is ⛱️Gulf Views~Pool~Tennis~2BR Hol Surf & Racquet Club 707 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at ⛱️Gulf Views~Pool~Tennis~2BR Hol Surf & Racquet Club 707?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at ⛱️Gulf Views~Pool~Tennis~2BR Hol Surf & Racquet Club 707?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at ⛱️Gulf Views~Pool~Tennis~2BR Hol Surf & Racquet Club 707?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is ⛱️Gulf Views~Pool~Tennis~2BR Hol Surf & Racquet Club 707 located?
Located in Holiday Isle, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Choctawhatchee Bay and Destin Beaches. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Destin Harbor Boardwalk are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
8.2
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We enjoyed the condo, our room, the pool and the ocean. It was a great vacation!
Rebecca Y.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 September 2024
Rebecca, Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your vacation. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the condo, room, pool, and ocean. We hope you will join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
This condo provided all the comforts of home. From the spacious bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms to a fully equipped kitchen. Our stay truly felt like home in paradise!
Beach was clean. Condo was off the beaten path, which we prefer, but only a few minutes drive to everything. Enjoyed daily walks through the neighborhood. Beach chairs and umbrella available in the condo was great. Furniture and mattress were dated and quite worn out, but acceptable for a week.
Natalie C.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2024
Natalie, Thank you for the 5-star review. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the convenient location and the beach amenities provided in the condo. We appreciate your feedback about the condition of the furniture and mattress, and we'll be sure to discuss it with the owner. We hope you will join us again soon. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Our family stayed for the 4th of July week and had a great time. We had issues with the dishwasher and it was repaired quickly. The condo was very clean and balcony view was amazing! We watched fireworks from the beach just outside our condo and no crowds.
Kriss V.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2020
Greetings Kriss, Thank you for your review and feedback. The complex provides a great view for 4th of July and weekly summer fireworks. We hope that you come back again soon!
Verified
6/10 Okay
Ronald B.
12 April 2018
Very old and dated. Bathrooms are very small. Absolutely no amenities provided.
Wonderful view. Dolphins every day.
Ronald B.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Hi Ronald. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review of your stay. We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the wonderful views and we hope you got to enjoy the pool too. We will pass along your recommendations to our property management team to assess. Thanks again for your feedback.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Megan B.
20 September 2017
Older condo but updated and clean
We had a great stay. Even though it is older, it's very CLEAN. The furniture could be updated but overall the unit is nice. I loved having a washer and dryer in the unit.
Megan B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Hi Megan. Thank you for your feedback on your stay at this condo. We’re happy to hear you had a great stay and found the unit clean. Our teams work hard to keep the units clean and comfortable for our guests. Having a washer/dryer in the unit is a bonus! We will certainly pass along the recommendation of the furniture to our property management team. We hope you will come back to visit! Thank you for staying with Real Joy!
Verified
8/10 Good
Tom D.
8 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Beautiful location
Beautiful location, resort is nice. This condo unit specifically still listed and showed a game room which had been removed a guess a while ago. This unit was clean and nice, you get ocean front views and pool, but you can't get sunrise or sunset pictures from your balcony if that's something you want. Overall we enjoyed our stay.
Tom D.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 December 2022
Tom, we appreciate you taking the time to provide us with some feedback regarding your overall enjoyable stay in this two-bed, two-bath Gulfview condo at this nice resort that is beautifully located. We are happy to know that you found this nice unit to be clean. Please accept our apology for the game room being closed. Property information listed online is true to the best of our knowledge. A game room is no longer listed as an on-site amenity. Thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Loved the location & family friendly atmosphere. Condo was nice but lacked the most basic starter supplies such as salt, pepper & coffee filters. We’d love to stay here again if the beds were more comfortable. The mattresses were not supportive and the sheets were scratchy. Otherwise, we had a great stay!
I loved everything about the room except the location of the TVs. They were mounted on the wall about 6 inches from the ceiling and it made for an awkward way of holding your head and looking up for long periods of time. Unfortunately we were here when Hurricane Sally hit so we spent a lot of time in the room. Otherwise, the room was great!
Tressa G.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 November 2020
Tressa, we are happy to know that you enjoyed your rental at the Holiday Surf & Racquet Club. We will forward your message to property managers so that they may review and assess this issue. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Too many people were doing other activities on the tennis courts. Not tennis or racquetball. That’s my only complaint. Also beach service wasn’t included but the listing lead you to believe it was.
Barry W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2022
Barry, Thank you for letting us know about your stay. We are sorry that you felt misled about beach service being included. The listing clearly states, "In order to make your stay more affordable, NO beach service is provided. Beach service can be purchased from the front desk for around $30/day. " We hope you managed to enjoy some quality beach time anyway and we thank you for choosing RealJoy.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Snjezana D.
18 June 2019
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
So-so
The location is great as well as the facility, pool, and the beach access. However, the light in the kitchen did not work. The fan had an inch of the dust in the bedroom. The wifi did not work the last two days. Sofa had a leg that kept falling off. The condo is outdated and needs to be updated to fit the needs of those staying there.
Snjezana D.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Hi Snjezana, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review of your stay. We’re happy to hear you found the location great and you enjoyed the easy beach access. We would like to apologize for the inconveniences you experienced here. We did some checking and couldn’t find where you contacted us regarding the Wifi but we couldn’t find where you had contacted us regarding the other issues. The HOA handles the Wifi issues and we apologize for the inconvenience of it not working during your stay. We will forward your comments to our Ops team to assess. Again, thank you for your feedback.
I called 3-4 times about issues and only 1 was resolved. The hot water heater needs to be replaced. It only lasts for about 5 minutes then you are taking a cold shower. Toaster was broke, they replaced it on our last day. Washing machine is extremely loud.. sounds off balance and like it could break any minute. Vent in master bath is loud and broken. Every time you cook in the oven, the heat sets off the smoke detector...every time. Look like they tried to update some things, but it was done cheaply.
Lisa R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Hi Lisa, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review of your stay. We hope you enjoyed the easy beach access and many onsite amenities. We would like to apologize for the inconveniences you experienced here. We did some checking and found that someone sent out a toaster the same day you called. We also found that an inspector found the vent and oven to be fine and we have not had other complaints on the washer. The owner is taking quotes from vendors to replace the hot water heater. Again, thank you for your feedback.
Verified
8/10 Good
Lisa C.
11 October 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Sisters
I’ve used VRBO twice now and check in both times has been a pain! The properties are usually managed by outside companies so if you need something during check in or once you’re here, it’s EXTREMELY hard to get a hold of anyone! This condo was very clean! BUT the people that stayed here before us pulled a gross prank on the owners: they threw plastic glasses up in the cupboards with milk in them so it was spoiled rotten! Stunk really bad! We didn’t throw the glasses out but we sat them outside behind our door so we didn’t have to smell sour milk! Seriously who does that to such a nice place!!! This condo has fairly good views, it’s set in a bit, so you have walls on both sides of you so no seeing a sunrise or a sunset. Bring your own beach chairs it’s much cheaper than renting them each day! The staff here was hard working and friendly. The elevator has been broken for six days. We’re on the seventh floor so it’s not like we can carry everything up steps. They ran on one elevator this whole week and asked people to limit three persons to it. The door closed instantly so if the persons in front had children they couldn’t even get everyone on without the door shutting on them! Then you’d have to wait for the one elevator to come back down to get on in which it took approximately five minutes each time. Why would the elevator be broke for a whole week? The place is packed full of young and old people! Dangerous!
I’d come back here for the cleanliness and location!
Lisa C.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 December 2020
Lisa, we appreciate you taking the time to provide us with valuable feedback regarding your vacation rental experience at the Holiday Surf & Racquet Club. We truly apologize for it being so difficult to check-in or communicate with property managers. We will forward your message to property managers so that they may review and assess the issues you have mentioned, including the spoiled milk and elevators. We are glad that you did enjoy your stay, finding the condo very clean with fairly good views. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
The condo was in a perfect location. Room was very nice view from room was spectacular. Watched the dolphins in front of condo everyday.
Jean A.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 April 2026
Thank you for the 5-star review! Glad the condo’s location and view were perfect and that you enjoyed watching the dolphins each day. We hope to welcome you back to RealJoy Vacations.
Property location in Destin was great! Grounds were clean, beach was amazing. The condo itself was very nice, awesome view on the balcony for morning coffee. If there was one downfall it was the trip from the condo to the beach, it took about 20 minutes one way, so if you forgot something up there and had to go back up, it was about a 40 minute roundtrip. That was the only negative we had.
Great location, easy walk to beach. Having 2 king beds was nice. Condo had everything we needed will stay again.
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 November 2021
Hi! We are very happy to know that this well located Holiday Surf & Racquet Club condo had everything that you needed and you would stay here again. Thank you for choosing Real Joy.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Melinda S.
13 September 2021
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Getaway
707 was a beautiful room and a excellent view… only problem was it wasn’t cleaned good before we got checked in…. Floors were very nasty…. Washer and dryer sounded as if it was on its last load
Melinda S.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 September 2021
Melinda, we are happy to know that you thought Holiday Surf & Racquet Club 707 is a beautiful unit with an excellent view. Please accept our sincerest apology for the cleanliness of this condo upon your arrival. We will forward your comment regarding the washer & dryer to property managers so that they may review and assess these items. Thank you for your patience and for choosing Real Joy.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Ashley R.
9 August 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Location
The location was perfect and the views were good.This place was right on the beach and very close to everything. My only complaint is the condo was filthy. There were coffee spills all over the table and with a simple wipe it came right off. which means it was never even cleaned. There were chewed up dog bones under the table and we do not have any pets. The toilets had urine spots all over them. I went and bought cleaning supplies and cleaned the entire condo. The beds are comfortable. I slept great and the mattress is super soft. There are plenty of hangers which for me is a huge plus. The washer is extremely noisy but works. The check in process is super smooth and there are plenty of carts available to bring your luggage to the condo in one trip. Overall it was a great stay after we cleaned up.
Ashley R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 February 2022
Ashley, we appreciate you taking the time to provide us with some feedback regarding your overall great stay in this well-located two-bed, two-bath Gulfview condo. We are happy to know that you enjoyed this rental's good views and comfortable beds and thought this check-in process was super smooth. Please accept our sincerest apology for the cleanliness of this property. We would have been more than happy to send someone to come reclean had we been made aware during your stay. Thank you for your patience and for choosing RealJoy.
We recently visited for a 4 day trip. The listing was accurate, clean, well maintained, and nice. However, just a tip - booking through a third party does not come with complimentary beach chair service, but if you book directly through the condo, it does. Otherwise, it is a fight to get a front row spot on the beach as the rental chairs take up the entire portion of the beach in front of the condo.
Priscilla R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
6/10 Okay
Don J.
15 July 2021
Liked: Check-in, location
Let down
Unit was dated with bedroom door coming off the hinges
Don J.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
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