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Cozy Upstairs 1 Bed Beachfront Condo - Romantic Getaway!

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Island Surf #5 Living Room
Island Surf #5 Balcony
Island Surf #5 Balcony
Island Surf FREE Seasonal Beach Service
Island Surf

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 40.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Fort Walton Beach, Florida
  • Okaloosa Island Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Okaloosa Island Pier
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Upstairs 1 Bed Beachfront Condo - Romantic Getaway!

Island Surf is a two story beachfront complex that offers the privacy of only eleven units. Centrally located between Fort Walton Beach and Destin on Okaloosa Island, this prime location is a short drive away from shopping, dining, attractions and much more! This quiet family-oriented white sand beachfront complex offers all the comforts of home and everything you need for a relaxing vacation on the Emerald Coast. | | This unit has a fully equipped kitchen, and sleeps 4 with a king bed in the master as well as a sleeper sofa in the living room that makes out to a queen bed. Free use of community laundry room onsite.

Okaloosa Island, located in the heart of Florida's Emerald Coast, is a charming barrier island renowned for its stunning white-sand beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and an array of outdoor activities. This idyllic destination offers a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure, making it an ideal spot for visitors of all ages. Here’s a glimpse of what makes Okaloosa Island a must-visit destination and the top things to do while you're there:

Okaloosa Island Pier
The Okaloosa Island Pier is a favorite spot for both anglers and sightseers. Extending 1,262 feet into the Gulf of Mexico, the pier offers breathtaking views and opportunities to catch a variety of fish, including king mackerel, cobia, and redfish. Even if you’re not into fishing, strolling along the pier at sunset is a memorable experience.

Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
A visit to the Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park is a must for families. This long-standing attraction offers interactive exhibits and live shows featuring dolphins, sea lions, and other marine animals. It’s a fantastic way to learn about marine life and conservation while enjoying entertaining performances.

Water Sports and Activities
For those seeking adventure, Okaloosa Island is a haven for water sports. Rent a jet ski, paddleboard, or kayak to explore the sparkling waters of the Gulf. Parasailing offers a thrilling bird’s-eye view of the island, while snorkeling and scuba diving excursions provide a glimpse into the vibrant underwater world.

Wild Willy's Adventure Zone
Wild Willy's Adventure Zone is a family-friendly amusement park featuring a range of attractions, including mini-golf, laser tag, a ropes course, and a 4D movie theater. The park also has a variety of arcade games and an inflatable zone for younger children, ensuring fun for visitors of all ages.

Dining and Nightlife
Okaloosa Island offers a variety of dining options, from casual beachfront cafes to upscale restaurants. Enjoy fresh seafood and regional cuisine at popular spots like Angler’s Beachside Grill and The Crab Trap. For nightlife, visit The Boardwalk area, where you’ll find bars and live music venues with a lively, relaxed atmosphere.

Shopping
For those who enjoy shopping, the island and nearby areas offer a range of boutiques, gift shops, and markets. The Boardwalk is home to several shops selling beachwear, souvenirs, and local crafts, providing the perfect opportunity to find unique gifts and mementos.

Events and Festivals
Okaloosa Island hosts a variety of events and festivals throughout the year, celebrating everything from local culture to seasonal holidays. The Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival, held annually in nearby Fort Walton Beach, is a particularly popular event featuring parades, fireworks, and pirate-themed festivities.

Whether you’re looking to relax on the beach, enjoy exciting water sports, or explore local attractions, Okaloosa Island offers a diverse range of activities to make your visit unforgettable. With its natural beauty and welcoming atmosphere, it’s a destination that captures the essence of a perfect coastal getaway.

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Legacy Vacations
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Important information

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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 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

About the area

Fort Walton Beach

Located in Fort Walton Beach, this condo is in the city centre 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Fort Walton Beach, Florida

What's nearby

  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Emerald Coast Science Center - 10 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stewby’s Seafood Shanty - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lost Pizza Co. Ft Walton - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Cozy Upstairs 1 Bed Beachfront Condo - Romantic Getaway! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Cozy Upstairs 1 Bed Beachfront Condo - Romantic Getaway! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Upstairs 1 Bed Beachfront Condo - Romantic Getaway!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Upstairs 1 Bed Beachfront Condo - Romantic Getaway!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Upstairs 1 Bed Beachfront Condo - Romantic Getaway! located?

Located in Fort Walton Beach, this beachfront condo building is in the city centre and within a 10-minute walk of Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. Wayside Park and John Beasley Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Brenda D.

Great place

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: Good location, very clean.
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10/10 Excellent

Rusty P.

Wonderful quiet place

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: We stayed 7 nights for our 10th anniversary. Very quiet and secluded location, yet close and conveniently located to everything you need. Beach service is a huge plus. Just walk down and enjoy the beautiful white sand beach and clear blue water. Unit has everything you need. Bed could be updated but we made do. Very clean and nicely decorated. Parking was right outside the door and beach right out back. We booked another week next year before we ever checked out. It's our new go to beach place.

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie P.

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

Perfect Everything!

We were so impressed with this condo! Super close to the water and a very clean unit! Parking was a breeze and we loved the cool, refreshing pool at the end of the day. We are used to having a washer/dryer in the condos we rent so we weren’t sure about not having that but this unit had 2 of each located just outside our front door. We never had an issue with their availability. The water in the shower was always hot and the air conditioning was cold. We loved having the free beach service each day… it saved us $250! Over and over, my husband and I both agreed that we would definitely come back to this condo again. We loved the location… close enough to Destin for good food and entertainment, but far enough away to avoid the crowded beaches. The beach right in front of our condo was perfect. Family friendly and not crowded at all, considering it was peak season. To the right and left of us, we could see the beach was much more crowded in front of the larger complexes. Literally, the only thing we didn’t have that we wished we had, was a keurig. We bought ground coffee and filters and it was just fine. Found some super places to eat nearby… Asiago Skillet was amazing and Stewby’s Seafood Shanty was delicious! Absolutely a perfect vacation for us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

Wonderful stay at a lovely property!

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: Island Surf #5 was simply perfect for our 4 night beach getaway. Beach is possibly 50 yards out back. Could not be more convenient. Little balcony facing the beach. The condo was very clean and beautiful. Lots of adorable beach-themed decor . . . modern, not dated looking at all like some other rentals. Some suggestions - bed, although comfortable, seemed like it had an older mattress with squeaky springs. Couch is a bit worn and uncomfortable. Balcony chairs need replaced, or at least cushioned. A retractable clothesline to drip dry swimsuits in shower would be a nice addition. Kitchen, although well appointed, was lacking coffee filters. . . but none of these are dealbreakers. We LOVED it.

10/10 Excellent

A guest from , H.

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

Great condo and location

We chose this condo for its proximity to beach and was pleasantly surprised w how nice it was. Check in was very easy and we were able to check in early. Fully furnished kitchen made making meals convenient. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from Irvine, NA

The Pretties Place on Earth and a GREAT place to enjoy 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: My family enjoyed the easy access to the beach and the beautiful view! Thank you for the best vacation!! We hope to stay again soon!

10/10 Excellent

Mason W.

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

Holiday weekend

Holiday weekend great place to stay just be sure to get up early and save a seat at the beach. Perfect place for a couple.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Weekend Trip

We have stayed before. We enjoy the location of the condo. We enjoy the beach area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Janeen D.

Beautiful View & Great Location

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 condo is just like it is described. Great location, right on the beach with gorgeous Gulf views off of the balcony. Condo was pretty clean. The walls could be dusted (not a deal breaker at all) and maybe the couch updated or cleaned. But again those are not deal breakers in my book. The washer and dryer is right outside the condo door which is so convenient ....and it’s free!I loved how the condo complex itself was small. Not the super tall high rises with hundreds of condos. We went at the end of March. It has a pool but that was not heated. The owner or manager was super nice and answered any questions I had right away!!!It was a great place, great location and we would definitely stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

It was a great stay. Relaxing on the outdoor patio oceanside.

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: Enjoyed the condo and watching the ocean while relaxing on the outdoor patio. Rooms inside were clean. Kitchen had convenient items. Bed was comfy and showers very good. Nice there was a faucet near the pool area to wipe off sand after walking or being on the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Relaxing family vaca

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: This was our 5th year staying at island surf. The condos are always very clean and the customer service is always amazing, with the Legacy staff.I have stayed in many of the other condos, as well as my family members. We usually rent 2 to 4 condos at a time. The only draw back with this condo is it desperately needs a mattress and bed frame upgrade.
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10/10 Excellent

Rod B.

Island Surf

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: wonderful
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10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

Very Satisfied

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 great week at Island Surf! Clean and comfortable condos, very well maintained outside. We loved the new paint color outside. Reservations, checking in and out was very easy and everyone was very helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cherre J.

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

Loved the quite little place very relaxing

We will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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8/10 Good

JOSHUA H.

Great location/old furniture

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was great other than nasty wore out couch, had a toren and dirty matress protecter, disgusting to sleep on.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

JOSHUA

Liked: Amenities, communication
We picked this place for the closeness to the beach but the rental was woredown which is understandable but the living room furniture was disgusting enough that we didn’t touch it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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8/10 Good

Patrick J.

Great views of the Gulf

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice condo close to the water with easy access to restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Views were awesome Front storm Door needs to be replaced Someone could get hurt 😞 Matress has seen better days
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

Great condo!!

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: We had a wonderful week! Condo was clean, comfortable and so convenient to the beach. Easiest and closest beach access of anywhere we have ever been.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

Shana C.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Could not be more disappointed

1 word. Roaches
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
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6/10 Okay

Island Surf #5 Not Up To The Usual Standards

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have been visiting this same unit for several years now. It is in a great location and has amazing views. I must say however, it is very tired-looking and showing its age. Despite new throw pillows, the living area furniture is dirty & stained and the plastic kitchen chair covers are torn. The patio railing has been flaking paint for years and there was evidence of mold on the patio ceiling and storm door. The water stains on the bedroom ceiling have now grown and spread over the past 2 years. Most disturbing was the continuous problem of roaches & insects in the bathroom and kitchen. Maybe housekeeping has post-covid fatigue. I appreciate that mgmt has no control over paying guests but we have also noticed the clientele staying here is less considerate about noise & respecting the posted laundry room hours. They also do not clean up after themselves in the pool area. Leaving used ice cream pop sticks, soda cans and bringing a crab into the pool "for fun" (then leaving the dead body there) is just rude and unacceptable. With the exorbitant price increase (charging the same cost as more up-to-date condos with 2 bedrooms nearby), shop around for your vacation stay
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4/10 Poor

Geoff S.

Beautiful location with unwanted guests 🪳

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The condo is located in a great spot close to the beach, but is very small. Views of the ocean were spectacular, but the views of the roaches crawling across the walls in the unit during the evening kind of ruined things.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristain D.

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

View is AMAZING

We could not have asked for a better location! A short walk to paradise from your condo. This will be our once a year vacation spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Yonna F.

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

Nice

Nice view. Clean. A few bugs crawling on wall in living room. Need pest control.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

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