Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
17 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Double Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bunk Bed
Other Space 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
GD 315: Salt and Serenity - Stay Where the Sand Meets the Sea
Gulf Dunes 315 - Salt and Serenity! FREE PARKING AND FREE WIFI!!! Wake up to the sight of the spectacular emerald-hued waters of the Gulf of Mexico from the third floor balcony of this spacious 3 bedroom/2 bath condo! Watch the waves or the huge tv from the comfy furniture. The gorgeous kitchen will make cooking fun! The walk in shower is simply amazing and will surely help with washing off all the sunscreen and sand of the day before going out for dinner at Stewby's or Old Bay Steamer- just a short walk from this unit! Look for dolphins playing from the balcony or go down to one of the TWO pools at Gulf Dunes! Enjoy beachside bliss with your two complimentary chairs and an umbrella (from Mar. 1-Oct. 31). Stop your search now, because you just found the perfect beachfront 2 bedroom!
The sleeping arrangements in this unit are as follows: master bedroom - 1 king bed, 2nd bedroom - 2 double beds, 3rd bedroom features bunk beds, NO CLOSET IN THIS ROOM. Sleeper sofa in the living room. This unit sleeps 8
Enjoy a trip to the beach with all the convenience of home in this charming 2 bedroom/2 bath condo. With accommodations for eight, this unit features a king bed in the master bedroom, 2 full beds in the guest bedroom and bunk beds in the bonus bunk room plus a sleeper sofa in the Gulf Front living room.
CONSIDERING ENJOYING THE FOLLOWING AMENITIES WHEN VACATIONING IN GD 315: - GULF FRONT MASTER BEDROOM - LARGER BED IN BONUS BUNK ROOM - WASHER AND DRYER IN CONDO FOR USE - FULL-SIZE KITCHEN WITH APPLIANCES - FREE WIFI - FREE BEACH SERVICE - FREE GOLF - FREE DOLPHIN CRUISE - FREE SNORKELING TOUR - 2 GULF FRONT POOLS - FITNESS AREA - TENNIS COURT - CHARCOAL BBQ GRILLS - ON-SITE FRONT DESK OPEN 8:30AM-5:00PM DAILY
Gulf Dunes Condominiums is close to Fort Walton’s shopping and dining and a mere ten minutes from Destin. Stroll along the beach to the Okaloosa fishing pier or Boardwalk. Stay with us and enjoy access to two beachside swimming pools (one heated November – March), private beach walkover, exercise room, tennis court, and a barbecue area.
All of our nightly and weekly guests receive the following complimentary guest package: 2 beach chairs and an umbrella set up daily (March 1st to October 31st) 1 Free Round of Golf DAILY at 4 courses to choose from * WINDSWEPT DUNES GOLF CLUB; a breathtaking 750 acre setting encompassing a serene 18 hole course * REGATTA BAY GOLF & YACHT CLUB; a "must stop" Par 72 course on the Florida Panhandle * EMERALD BAY GOLF CLUB; course designed by the famed golf course architect Bob Cupp * SHALIMAR POINTE GOLF CLUB; located on the shores of Choctawhatchee Bay 1 Free Pass to a Dolphin Cruise DAILY (March 1st to October 31st) * Morning, Afternoon, Sunset, and Fireworks Dolphin Cruise on the Cattywampus * Beach or Sunset Dolphin Cruise on the Original Sea Blaster 1 Free Adult Pass to a Snorkeling Cruise DAILY (late spring, summer, and early fall); discover the beauty of the Gulf of Mexico by embarking on an unforgettable snorkeling adventure on the Original Sea Blaster or Cattywampus 1 Free Pass to Big Kahuna's Water Park DAILY; a 25-acre family fun park with over 40 water attractions, including a wave pool and speed slide
**Once your reservation is made, you’ll receive a personalized virtual guidebook filled with all the information you need to enjoy your stay to the fullest!**
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About the area
Fort Walton Beach
Located on the beach, this condo is in Okaloosa Island, a neighbourhood in Fort Walton Beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. Emerald Coast Science Center and Goofy Golf are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling adventures can be found near the property.
Fort Walton Beach, FL
What's nearby
Okaloosa Island Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Fort Walton Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Sura Korean Steakhouse - 2 min drive
Old Bay Steamer - 6 min walk
FUBAR Pizza Bar - 5 min walk
Upper Deck Beachside Bar & Grill - 14 min walk
Aj's Oyster Shanty - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does GD 315: Salt and Serenity - Stay Where the Sand Meets the Sea have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at GD 315: Salt and Serenity - Stay Where the Sand Meets the Sea?
As of 31 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at GD 315: Salt and Serenity - Stay Where the Sand Meets the Sea on 12 August 2026 start from NZ$422, 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 GD 315: Salt and Serenity - Stay Where the Sand Meets the Sea pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at GD 315: Salt and Serenity - Stay Where the Sand Meets the Sea?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at GD 315: Salt and Serenity - Stay Where the Sand Meets the Sea?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at GD 315: Salt and Serenity - Stay Where the Sand Meets the Sea?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is GD 315: Salt and Serenity - Stay Where the Sand Meets the Sea located?
Nestled on the beach, this Okaloosa Island condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Santa Rosa Sound, Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. Ross Marler Park and Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I had a great month at the beach even with the chilly temps. The condo is lovely and well kept. Office staff is so friendly and helpful. I am looking forward to my next trip.
Phyllis B.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 February 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your month at the beach and found the condo lovely and well kept. It’s great to hear our office staff made a positive impression. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next trip.
Property was very nice and in a great location. Enjoyed our stay!
Sidney H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2023
Good afternoon! We are so pleased to hear your stay exceeded you expectations. We look forward to seeing you again soon and don't forget about your return guest discount.
We were very pleased with the condo. It was clean and had everything we needed for our long weekend. We loved being able to see the Gulf from our room. During our stay only one elevator was working so that did cause long waits but that was the only issue we had.
Jennifer N.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karen
24 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We go to Fort Walton Beach Florida every year, this year we decided to stay at Gulf Dunes, it was a wonderful stay, so wonderful that we stayed an extra day and we will definitely stay there again.
Nice property, clean pool area, great beach access
matthew p.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2023
Thank you for taking time to review your stay with us. We are thrilled to hear how much you loved your stay. We look forward to having you back again soon and do not forget about your repeat guest discount.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Steve H.
28 June 2025
Family Vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Wonderful trip on the beach. Great views, very clean, and the kids had plenty of room to enjoy their time at the beach. Also an awesome job by Property Management to insure we had what was needed for our stay.
Steve H.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2025
Thank you for the kind review! We're so glad you and your family had a wonderful beach trip and enjoyed the views, cleanliness, and space for the kids. We also appreciate your shoutout to our Property Management team—they’ll be happy to hear it! We'd love to welcome you back for another great stay.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Christine G.
18 June 2025
👍🏻
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
👍🏻
Christine G.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2025
Thank you for your review! We hope to have you back soon!
This property is perfect for our annual girls trip. This is the second year that we have stayed at Gulf Dunes and we love it. It couldn't be more convienent, right on the beach and Stewby's (best seafood and hushpuppies ever) is a 2 minute walk from the condo. We will be booking at Gulf Dunes for our 2022 trip!
Paula R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2023
We couldn't have asked for better description! Thank you for staying with us and we will be happy to welcome you back in 2022!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tina C.
26 July 2023
Amazing stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had the best stay in this amazing condo
Tina C.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2023
Thank you very much for your feedback. We are delighted you had the best stay in this amazing condo! Many thanks again for sharing your comments and we hope to welcome you on your next visit. Please do not forget the repeat guest discounts!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tonia F.
28 October 2025
Condo was updated and clean!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The condo was updated and clean! Brooks and Shorey were easy to work with. We have stayed at Gulf Dunes many times, and it is a nice complex. The master bed had a very firm bed, which I am sure some people love. We went and bought a topper to use with it, which helped. But it was still too firm for us, unfortunately. But we did love the condo! Thanks for letting us stay!
Tonia F.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 October 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed the condo and found it clean and updated. We appreciate your feedback about the mattress — we understand that comfort preferences can vary from guest to guest. We’re happy to hear you still had a great stay and hope to welcome you back again soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brandy J.
17 April 2023
Great vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a great vacation. Loved that we got a free ticket a day to do something
Brandy J.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2023
Thank you for the review on your recent stay at Brooks and Shorey Resorts. I am glad that you had a great vacation experience with us and loved the free activities! Many thanks again for sharing your experience and we hope to welcome you back soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alicia D.
4 August 2025
Adorable and spacious!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We were down south for my daughters softball national championship. The condo was perfect in every aspect! Only thing I would request and maybe this is just me but cleaning supplies! Even a container of Lysol wipes would’ve been helpful. Other then that odd request the place was awesome!!
Alicia D.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2025
Thank you for your excellent review! We’re so happy to hear that the condo was a perfect fit during your daughter’s softball national championship journey. What a special occasion to be a part of!
We hope this trip marks the beginning of a new tradition for your family, and we’d love to welcome you back for many more tournaments to come!
My husband and I took his parents with us and our children for a spring break getaway. I believe this is the first vacation condo/ house we have rented that had no complaints from my mother in law about cleanliness issues! The little restaurant across the street is great and it’s within walking distance of the Gulfarium and Boardwalk, which is a plus. Great stay!
Abby O.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2023
Thanks for the review! We're happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and hope to see you back real soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
25 April 2023
Love this place ❤️
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We go to Fort Walton Beach Florida every year, this year we decided to stay at Gulf Dunes,it was wonderful,so wonderful that we stayed an extra day, updated condo, large TV, comfortable bed, love the beach ⛱️ ❤️ I will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2023
Thank you for choosing to stay with us, and for taking your time to leave a review after your stay. We greatly appreciate that you have taken the time to share the positive feedback from your recent stay and that you enjoyed this unit condo. We aim overall to give our guests a wonderful experience and are glad to have met that standard. We greatly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you soon!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jerzy D.
7 December 2023
Great Customer Service
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Barbara was absolutely perfect!We’ve used Airbnb for the first time and had a great experience. A great location, easy to find, and the rental property in Fort Walton Beach, FL was clean.
Jerzy D.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 December 2023
Thank you for your positive feedback! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, we cannot wait to host you again!
We lived the location and the amenities of this location. The condo was pretty dirty though and they said they only clean walls and baseboards once year. Other than the super clean factor it was really nice.
Angela B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2023
Thank you for staying with us and for taking the time to leave a great review! Please remember to mention our return guest discount when you are ready to stay with us again!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
15 August 2024
Gulf Dunes 315 Review
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had the best time on our family vacation! The condo was a perfect fit for our family. The pool and beach access was a dream. Loved being able to sit out on the balcony and enjoy the sights and sounds of Fort Walton Beach. The only problem is that we had to leave.
Response from VrboOwner on 16 August 2024
We are so happy to hear that great family memories we made! We truly hope to have you back soon to enjoy the Emerald Coast!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Arlington, TX
28 June 2023
Loved It!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a wonderful vacation! Unit 315 is beautifully decorated as a beach getaway. It is immaculately clean and very modern. The location is perfect for beach access and enjoying time on the balcony without too much noise from the pool. We can’t wait to come back!
A guest from Arlington, TX
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2023
And we can't wait to welcome you back too! Thank you for your excellent review!
My mother, husband, and I stayed here for an "alternative" Thanksgiving this year and it was perfect. Everything was as we expected it to be. Coming from a more restrictive state, we were a little hesitant visiting during the Covid-19 pandemic since Florida has so few rules - but Publix and Wal-Mart both required masks and most people complied. Since we mostly stuck around the condo, golfed, and walked on the beach, we didn't feel that our Covid risk was increased at all.
Abbie B.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2023
Thanks for your review! Glad to hear that your "ALTERNATIVE" Thanksgiving plans were with us this year and your stay was "GREAT!" Hope we started a new family tradition and will see you again next year!! Please keep in mind we offer our loyal guests a return guest discount too!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Misty
7 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The view in the units and the closeness of it on the beach. The resort is quite and not a lot of people. This is our 8th year to stay at this resort. All but one year was fabulous. The unit had bugs but all other years we have stayed was perfect. I will return again. One suggestion the only thing missing on these units is a hot tub.
Misty
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Dacula, GA
16 July 2023
Great vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I’ve stayed in many different condos on Okaloosa/Ft. Walton Beach over the last 30 years. This was the most well-stocked unit I’d been in. It had Very Comfortable furniture. Nicely decorated- not overly beachy. Dan, the beach chair man, was super nice and informative about storms coming. My out-of-state guests were first time visitors and had a great time.
A guest from Dacula, GA
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2023
Thank you for your review! We are happy you were satisfied with your unit. If you would like to book with us again we do offer a return customer discount.
Everything was great. Only 2 small issues, one was a few of the dishes put away appeared to still be dirty. This was our 2nd time staying at Brooks and Shorey property and just got an email post stay about getting a discount next time because we've stayed there before. Why didn't we get a discount this time which was our 2nd time? Other than those 2 very minor issues the stay was great.
Barry L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 September 2023
Thank you for leaving us feedback on your stay.. We are sorry to hear that some of the dishes did not appear clean.. We will be sure to forward this to our housekeeping department and do apologize for the overlook. .. When booking through a 3rd party site or if you book online please remind us in the notes section that you are a repeat guest and we will be more than happy to apply it to your reservation.. We hope to see you again in the near future!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Hayley S.
1 April 2024
Excellent beachfront stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was the perfect place for our family of 5. We loved the easy walk to the beach and the inclusion of the beach chairs. We had fun at the pool, tennis courts and volleyball net too. I think this might be one of the only places on the beach with a net! As for the room - also perfect, spacious, clean, organized and with everything you need. Love that it’s right across from mini golf and stewbys, too! Thanks for an awesome vacation! We will be back!
Hayley S.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2024
We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed the beach service, pool, tennis courts, and volley ball net! Come back soon to use your return guest discount. Okaloosa Island is waiting for you!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Chelsea B.
17 October 2023
Florida 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The location of the condo was very convenient and the view was amazing. Did have a couple of complaints though such as the AC would only work half the time, the area rug in the living room was very dirty so your feet would be black afterwards. We had problems with the sliding glass door opening as well.
Chelsea B.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 October 2023
We are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. I do apologize for the few issues that you did have. We do our best to make sure you are comfortable while on your vacation. We will make sure these issues are addressed for our next guest.
About the host
Hosted by Brooks and Shorey Resorts, Inc.
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