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Clean & Affordable Beach Condo - Just Steps from the Sand!

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Front view of Tropical Isle (green roof)
Property grounds
Front of bldg. 683 Nautilus Ct.
Swimming pool.
Rear of bldg

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 555.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Clean & Affordable Beach Condo - Just Steps from the Sand!

20 yards out the back door and you are on the SANDY BEACH ACCESS!! Ground floor means no stairs or waiting on elevators. Tropical Isle is on Okaloosa Island on the world famous Emerald Coast near Fort Walton Beach & Destin.

Wonderful one bedroom condo with a queen bed and a fold-out futon in the living room, and one bath. Sleeps 4. Full kitchen and full breakfast bar with 4 stools. The front entrance faces the street and a back entrance leads to the public beach access walkway to the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. This property has a swimming pool and a convenience store next door for snacks and essentials. Excellent restaurants nearby include Old Bay Steamer, Stewby's (great affordable seafood), AJ's Oyster Shanty, Hightide Seafood & Oyster Bar, and The Gulf (outdoor seating with breathtaking sunsets overlooking the bay). Destin is only 9 minutes away with water parks, great places to eat, and lots of shopping.

My condo includes FREE wireless high speed Internet and cable television. There is a coin-op laundry room on the premises (uses credit card payments). You can expect a condo that is clean and affordable where you can walk to the beach with your coffee in the morning to enjoy the sunrise. Who knows, you might even see a dolphin playing in the water. (Look approx. 100 yards out. This is usually where the dolphins play.)

Property manager

Gary & Karen Lashley
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Before leaving, it will help me if you can empty the trash and run the dishwasher. This helps to assure prompt servicing of the condo for the next guest
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

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 Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Emerald Coast Science Center. Jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Fort Walton Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stewby’s Seafood Shanty - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bangkok Bistro - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Clean & Affordable Beach Condo - Just Steps from the Sand! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Clean & Affordable Beach Condo - Just Steps from the Sand! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Clean & Affordable Beach Condo - Just Steps from the Sand!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Clean & Affordable Beach Condo - Just Steps from the Sand!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Clean & Affordable Beach Condo - Just Steps from the Sand! located?

This family-friendly Fort Walton Beach condo building is located on the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. Wayside Park and Santa Rosa Sound are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C.

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

No regrets

Definitely well worth the investment. Mere steps away from the most beautiful beach imaginable. Its an older place but was perfect for us.
Stayed 46 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

elaine j.

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

great property

we enjoyed our stay very much. small, but everything we needed. only issue, coffee pot leaks and bottom of bathroom door could be cleaned, windows and window sill need to be cleaned, otherwise great stay and otherwise very clean. enjoyed the area, very quiet and beach "right there". will be back. thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

MICHELE M.

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

Almost perfect

If the bathroom would have been a bit cleaner I would have given this property a 5 star review, but I did have to clean the bathtub/shower upon arrival …. The bathroom needed a bit more attention but other than that it was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janae Y.

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

Family Vacation

My husband and I, along with our children stayed for 3 nights. It was perfect! The room was very clean and well equipped with things we’d need i.e. cofffe pot, pots/pans. The pool was very close and had plenty of chairs to lounge in and the pool was clean. Access to the beach was so close and they had a borrow bin at the entrance full of beach toys to borrow…..my kids loved that and it was very convenient! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven R.

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

Very Nice

Excellent little condo. Clean. Everything works as it should. Location is great. Owner could not have been nicer/easier to communicate with. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

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

Best little bungalow on the island

It was a perfect spot, great pool facilities, close to the beach the multiple entrances make it easy to enter and exit on both sides of the property. The bungalow is close to all kinds of food and shopping (close within driving distance). It was the perfect spot to rest and relax swim, eat, lay out, and just recharge the batteries. Traded messages with the property owner several times, quick responses. I will definitely be renting this condo, this exact condo again in the near future!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney T.

Loved the easy access and had everything we needed plus more!!!

There was every kitchen utensil you could need in a commercial kitchen much less a condo on the beach. The extra roll away bed in closet was great if you have unexpected guests show up. Loved the beach area, low key and gorgeous. First floor access is key!!! Thanks for a great weekend, too short, will be back soon!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Joe Q., Ohio

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

Excellent Stay at Tropical Isle #109

My wife, daughter and I had a wonderful experience with this condo in Okaloosa Island. The unit was very clean and organized upon arrival. Perfect for 2-3 (maybe 4) people, so long as you don't require being right on the beach (which we knew). However, the beautiful beach is accessed easily and and only a couple dozen steps away. The kitchen is well stocked with utensils, cups and cooking necessities. Very nice pool on site that didn't seem to get overly crowded. Lastly, condo owner, Gary, was a great communicator and made the check in process a breeze. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Troy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Nice condo, not really suitable for 5

I think this is a very nice condo for a couple to get away. It is listed for 2-5, but 5 was very cramped. There is also only enough bedding for 4. Gary, The owner is super nice guy who will accommodate you if your stay isn’t quite what you expected. I would return with my wife but NOT with my family. Minor updates need to happen to the condo as well, but nothing major.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

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

Perfect budget condo

While this condo appears to be across a road, it’s really not a road. More like a parking lot and the beach is easier to access than the big condos right on the water. You can pull right up to your door, no elevator. Pool nearly empty all the time. A lot of bedroom storage for a small place. We left our beach it’s a outside on the porch area. Only downfall you can’t see the ocean from your 1st floor condo but it’s worth the sacrifice for half the price. Has a great blender in the kitchen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

Great place to stay near the beach!

We had a great week at this condo on Okaloosa Island! The condo was clean and exactly as advertised. A 2 minute walk to the beach and 10 minute drive to Destin. I brought my wife, mother, and 5 y.o. daughter along and we all really enjoyed our stay. Having a full kitchen in the condo saved us from having to eat out a lot and we would just pick up fish from the seafood market to make our own homemade fresh seafood meals. The pull out couch does make getting around a bit of an issue when pulled out but we weren't really bothered by it. Gary was very easy to work with and quickly responded to any questions we had. One note I have is that the front door can be opened without entering keycode if not locked, so be sure to check it is locked when leaving for a day at the beach. We will most definitely be looking to stay here again soon!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

nieskespears@gmail.com S.

Affordable and awesome! A great place to stay!

We had great communications with Gary before we booked the place. They were very helpful and went way above what we could expect from them to help us out! Wonderfull people! The A-C was running whn we arrived so it was not so hot inside. The condo was clean, beds were made and towels in the bathroom. Wifi worked great, tv sets also. The kitchen is nice and has a lot of space. Enough pots and pans to cook, a dishwasher (thanks for the dishwasher tablets!) microwave and coffee machine (with more than enough filters!). The bed was nice, we slept well. The shower was great!! All in all we had a wonderful week and will for sure be back unless we can get us one of those wonderful places ourselves! ;-) Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2016

8/10 Good

kit j.

Kit n' Jane at Akaloosa

First we loved your unit, but a few things I should point out. A few fix-it thangs: We could not use front door without too much work, so we didn't use at all. L.Room fan was marginal at best, probably has a motor going out. Then number one: The bed. We are tall and I'm a 200 lb guy to boot. For maybe a 3 day weekend OK, but all week...not at all. With a change of mattress I'd go back in a heartbeat. Easy access to the water, next to a store...nice. Pretty quiet. Good support- if a fix is needed. Gave it 4 stars only because of the bed. Destin was a nightmare this time of year as was Ft Walton. Will go back on October. Thanks you so much. Kit n' Jane.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Braelyn K.

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

We love this Condo!

My husband and I stayed here for our honeymoon! We loved staying here. The beach is right across the parking lot just a couple minutes to walk to it! The place itself is so clean and provides everything you would need to stay during the week! We will plan to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adriane B.

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

Great place to stay!

Easy access right next to the beach, well lit parking lot, close to shopping. Very clean and nice condo. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

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

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This was our second visit to Gary’s condo. We had a great time once again and found it difficult to leave. The condo was clean, quiet and comfortable, and the bed was great for my back. Gary is always prompt at responding and allowed us to check in early. The condo is as advertised and the beach is always gorgeous. I will keep coming back.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

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

Beach Trip 2022

We had a wonderful time and loved the location of this condo! It was so cute and perfect space for my family. The owners are very nice and communicated with us well. Easy check in and clear expectations for check out. We will be booking here again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melinda P., Arkansas, USA

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

Our third stay at tropical isle

We've loved coming to Tropical isle and Okaloosa island! The beach access is fantastic, the pool is always clean, and the property has been a perfect fit for our family of 4 with 2 young boys. We've stayed in 3 different rooms and all were great.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

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

Described as is

Right on the beach. Small condo was perfect for what we needed. the pool was always clean and not super crowded. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe/Kristen B., Jacksonville fl usa

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

Beautiful place!

Easy process, clean room, nice features, short walk to the sand, store right next door, private part of the beach that's not over crowded. Only suggestion would be a mattress topper for the bed, it's pretty firm. The room was clean and well stocked with toiletries n pots and pans. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Madelyn D.

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

We love Okaloosa

We stay on Okaloosa very often. This spot surprised us at how nice and convenient it was. The beach access is directly behind the unit and not crowded at all. Pool was clean. Condo was clean and had ALL of the amenities we needed! We are thankful the owners allowed to use it for vacation. Tom thumb being next door was also very nice. Thanks again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula P., SHAGGY

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

Great place

Great place to stay with a short walk to the beach & convenience store. Only complaint is bed was a little hard. Will stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

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

Amazing vacation destination

Loved out stay with ease of access to everything fun and the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kellie W.

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

2nd time we stayed

We love this place, great location, great condo, it’s very small but as long as you don’t mind closeness it’s great. This was our second stay at this location and same condo and we will probably stay again next summer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Ashley M.

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

Nice Little Beach Condo

Overall, we had a great stay & it really is just a few steps to the beach which is awesome. 😊 Perfect gateway for just me and my fiancé.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Gary & Karen Lashley

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Tropical Isle unit 109, purchased 2016. We rented this unit from the former owner many times. Because we love it so much, WE BOUGHT IT and we want to continue sharing it with others. We live in Oklahoma City. Gary works in the insurance/legal field and Karen is a school teacher. We keep our condo affordable and believe it is the ABSOLUTE BEST VALUE on Okaloosa Island. If you are interested in staying in our condo, please call us at 405-520-3919 or emaiI us at BeachCondoFWB@gmail.com.

Sincerely, Gary & Karen Lashley

Why they chose this property

Why pay more to stay at a budget motel far from the water when you can have your own cozy condo near the water? Full kitchen. Convenient front and rear entrances. Keypad door locks for convenience - no keys to worry about! FREE cable TV and high speed wireless internet access included.

What makes this property unique

We love this place for the morning walks on the beach and the coastal sunsets. Step out for a quiet stroll on the beach and enjoy your morning coffee in paradise. In the evenings, sit on the soft sand with that special person and watch the sunset over the coastline. Kids love playing in the sand and building sand castles. The blue & green colors of the beautiful gulf earn the name Emerald Coast. We love it here and you will too.

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English

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