Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
33 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4 2nd Fl Loft
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Living Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
Primary Bedroom
1 King Bed
Sitting Area 2nd Fl Loft
1 Double Sofa Bed
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4 2nd Fl Loft
Primary Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
Condos directly on the Gulf
Emerald Dunes 602 is Professionally Managed by Newman-Dailey
THE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION HAS ADVISED US THE ELEVATOR REPLACEMENT WILL TAKE PLACE NOV 2026-DEC 2026. DURING THIS TIME THERE WILL BE NO WORKING ELEVATOR SO YOU WILL NEED TO USE THE STAIRS TO GET TO/FROM THE CONDO. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVIENCE THIS MAY CAUSE.
Resting directly on the white sand of the Gulf, Emerald Dunes 602 Destin beach condo is the ideal playground for all types of ‘sea creatures’. Its calming color palette boasts all the tones of the Gulf. With lively art depicting all the wonderful wildlife found in Destin’s waterways, the open floor plan allows invites conversation and connection with family and friends. Plus, Emerald Dunes 602 features all high-end finishes including granite counters and stainless steel in the kitchen, engineered hardwood floors, recessed lighting and high ceilings.
This beachfront condo is fantastic for entertaining the whole pod. Three separate sitting areas provide ample space to float around, and the upstairs loft has its own TV and a wet bar. Moreover, the primary suite features stunning beach views as well as a luxury bathroom with a spa bathtub and a large walk-in shower.
Amenities within the unit include a washer/dryer, a private balcony directly over the beach and a fully stocked kitchen. Additionally, as part of the Emerald Dunes condominium guests get exclusive beach access, complimentary gated parking, and use of the pool deck. The location is another perk. Restaurants, shops and stores are all within walking distance while The Destin Commons outdoor mall is less than a mile away.
We do not rent to anyone under 25 or to students. We require 1 parent for every 2 people under 25.
Guests receive a welcome kit with small dishwasher detergent, dish soap, sponge, a roll of paper towels, and laundry detergent. There will be an initial trash liner in each receptacle and a set of toilet paper and soaps for each bathroom provided. Guests will need to replenish supplies for longer stays.
In addition to our welcome kit, we also supply basic cooking essentials like salt, pepper, and oil.
This property comes with 2 parking spaces.
We may require a minimum length of stay during the summer and over holidays.
We do not rent to anyone under 25 or to students.
NOTE: Emerald Dunes is a 100% SMOKE FREE, TOBACCO FREE property. No trailers, jet skis, RV's or boats are permitted.
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We require 1 parent staying in the property for every 2 people under 25 in the property.
Complex is 100% SMOKE FREE
Important information
You need to know
Property # 9290853
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 and a deadlock
About the area
Destin
Located on the beach, this condo is in Crystal Beach, a neighbourhood in Destin. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Miramar Beach and Destin Beaches. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bluewater Bay Tennis Center or Preston Hood Athletic Complex. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
Destin, FL
What's nearby
Miramar Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Destin Commons - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
Emerald Coast Centre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
James Lee Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 10 min walk
Starbucks - 13 min walk
El Jalisco Destin - 16 min walk
Cracker Barrel - 11 min walk
Miller's Ale House - 10 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Condos directly on the Gulf have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Condos directly on the Gulf?
As of 18 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Condos directly on the Gulf on 21 July 2026 start from NZ$1,635, 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 Condos directly on the Gulf pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Condos directly on the Gulf?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Condos directly on the Gulf?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Condos directly on the Gulf?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Condos directly on the Gulf located?
Located in Crystal Beach, this condo building is steps away from Shore at Crystal Beach Park and Miramar Beach. Destin Beaches is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great property. It does need a few repairs and possibly some updates, but the location and the cost were nice.
Randy H.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 April 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your comments and are glad you enjoyed the location and cost. We'll forward your suggestions to the property manager. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Destin area again soon.
The view was amazing. The layout of the home fit my family perfect.
Brittany H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 April 2026
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that the view and layout suited your family's needs. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Everything was in good condition, we enjoyed our visit.
LYNN W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 September 2025
Thank you for your positive feedback! We're delighted to hear your visit was enjoyable and everything met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you again soon.
This location was perfect for our extended family vacation. The layout of the condo worked perfectly for our stay. The kids loved the upstairs and the adults had the downstairs. The beach views were added bonus.
Jamie F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2025
Thank you so much for your positive review! We're thrilled to hear that the condo layout worked perfectly for your extended family vacation, and that the kids and adults both enjoyed the space. The beach views are indeed an added bonus, and we're glad you were able to fully appreciate them during your stay. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Beautiful property on the beach! Great view, fully stocked kitchen with all amenities. My family and I had a great time visiting and enjoyed waking up up to the ocean view. I highly recommend this property. We will be back
Aida W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 April 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review of our property. We are delighted to hear that you and your family had a great time and enjoyed the stunning ocean view and well-equipped kitchen. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we are grateful for your recommendation.
Every year we go to Destin for family vacation. First time staying here and it was the best condo we have stayed at. It was clean, and very roomy for the whole family. Close to all the attractions and can’t beat the view of the beach. Highly recommend this place.
jimmy m.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2024
We're so glad you enjoyed your Vacation at Emerald Dunes. We look forward to hosting you on your next Destin Vacation with Newman-Dailey!
Great condo on a beautiful beach. Very spacious condo worked well with our mixed ages family group of 10. The upstairs loft and bedroom is a perfect kid play area and so many bathrooms we didn’t even use one. Our family also rented the condo next door so it was perfect our whole group of 18 had the top floor of this condo building to ourselves. Better than a house as we could get together when we wanted but separate. Our entire group was ages 2- 72 yrs and everyone loved it. Proximity to the beach was really great for walking back and forth to the condo. Management was very responsive and prompt with the few things we needed to work out. Only complaint is the one elevator is very slow so when busy as when people arriving end leaving the wait up and down is slow, but not a constant issue.
Georgann P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 August 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review of our beach condo. We're delighted to hear that your family group of 10, and the additional 8 guests in the neighboring condo, enjoyed the spacious layout and amenities of our property. The feedback about the slow elevator during peak times is noted, and we will work on addressing this issue. We appreciate your understanding and are glad that the overall experience was a positive one. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
This place was soooooo nice. We loved every thing about it
The only problem we had was checking out @ 9am when our flight wasn’t until 5 pm. Tried to get a later check out but not flexible. My almost 90 yr old mom doesn’t even usually get up till 10
Sue A.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2022
We are so happy that you enjoyed your Destin Vacation at Emerald Dunes. We are sorry that you were unhappy with our check-out times. We do have to allow adequate timing between guests for proper cleaning and sanitization and because someone was checking in on the day you departed, we were unable to offer you a later check out. We look forward to hosting you on your next Destin Vacation!
Place was very nice but had some items that needed repairs… shower doors wouldnt close in main bathroom so the water always ran out, and there was a leak that came through the ceiling.
Also garbage receptacle was 6 floors down and you had to go outside the gate of the building with the ID code, etc every time. Very inconvenient. Otherwise nice property
maria k.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 September 2021
Thank you for letting us know about your stay at Emerald Dunes 602. We were glad to see that you found the condo to be nice and you loved this convenient location right on the beach. The shower doors and leak have been addressed and are no longer an issue. We are sorry you were inconvenienced by the location of the trash receptacle, but the Homeowner’s Association felt that it would be more aesthetically pleasing to owners and guests to have the trash situated away from the building and valuable parking spaces.
We had a group of 10, 5 adults and 5 children. The 5 boys were all quartered in the loft area. The 5 and 7 year old took the bunk beds, the 2 year old twins slept in the queen bed which were in the upstairs bedroom and the 13 yr old slept on the sofa bed in the loft tv room. That left a king master for my husband and I , a king master for my older daughter and her husband and the othet king bedroom with attached bathroom for my 32 year old daughter. Worked out great. Very spacious. We never felt crowded even though there were 10 of us in the condo. The only thing that could be improved is the loft tv which warred with the downstairs tv because it is along the open wall of the loft. If it was moved to the other wall or even into the bedroom it would be perfect.
We enjoyed this location very much and the unit was perfect for 6 adults and 5 children, we were very comfortable with lots of room to spread out! We will be back!
Nancy T.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Nishit J.
28 March 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great Location!
The property has everything you need for your rental location. Note that we did face some minor issues on check in but most were resolved pretty quickly. It felt a bit more expensive but apart from that its a nice place
This property was great for large families. We never felt like we were on top of each other with separate king bedrooms downstairs and a loft area upstairs for the kids.
Really enjoyed renting here. It’s away from the spring break crowds so it is better for a family and children. The only challenge is that people who aren’t staying at the property come and park in the lot during the day, making parking more of a challenge. There must be a lot of people in the area who know the code.
A beautiful stay on the coast of Destin. This condo was the perfect size for our group and had a gorgeous location. It lacked a few essentials like blow dryer, salt and pepper, and garbage bags. a few things were broken in the kitchen, but the overall stay was fantastic
There were several minor issues at the property. The issues were addressed quickly, but it was a little disappointing based on the price per night. The wooden bed frame in one bedroom was broken, the master bed room would get extremely hot and several of the dishes were dirty even though they were put up as clean.
Jason W.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 23 November 2020
Thank you for sharing feedback from your recent visit. We’re glad that overall you had a nice experience and we appreciate you contacting us regarding these issues. We don’t know there are problems unless our guests inform us and we are grateful that you reached out. We appreciated having you as our guest and look forward to welcoming you back to the beach.
Great condo location. Condo is kept up with all the bells and whistles.
Loved this condo! Beachfront and minutes from all of Destins best attractions. The property itself is kept up well. The decor of the condo has a bright beach flow that just calms your soul. Our rental came with 2 beach chair and umbrella which gave us beachfront seating without waking us at the crack of dawn. This condo is very spacious.
Newman-Dailey has been welcoming guests to the beach for nearly 40 years. We are a family owned business specializing in vacation rentals, real estate sales and management in Destin and South Walton, Florida. Our caring team is made up of locals who enjoy helping guests plan the perfect beach vacation for any size group or occasion.
Why they chose this property
Emerald Dunes is located in Destin, FL on the beachfront with only 6 stories. It has gated beach access and is located in the heart of the Crystal Beach Neighborhood. This is a more private resort than others in the area and provides a Tobacco Free experience. There is a pool that is heated seasonally as temperatures drop in the winter plus an outdoor hot tub. Beach chair service is setup for guests of 2 chairs and 1 umbrella each day from spring to fall.
What makes this property unique
We provide 24-hour support by phone, ensuring guests can reach someone day or night if an issue arises. Newman-Dailey also provides seasonal extras, including complimentary beach service (2 chairs and 1 umbrella daily), one adult pass daily to local activities and attractions, and discounts to area businesses. When you stay with Newman-Dailey, you’re treated like family.
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