10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey H.
16 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jeffrey H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Entire home
House with free pool. In Winter pool can be heated for 32 dollars-a-day extra.
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Okaloosa Island Beach5 min drive
- Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center5 min drive
- Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island6 min drive
- Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)15 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Master
1 King Bed
Queen
1 Queen Bed
Twin
+1
1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Crib
2 bathrooms
Main
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Master bedroon
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
House with free pool. In Winter pool can be heated for 32 dollars-a-day extra.
An entire house for rent, 3 bedroom ( 1king ,1 queen, and 2 twins bedrooms ) 2-bath residence for rent. Pool can be heated for $32-a-day extra. 15 minutes from Destin. 10 minutes from the beach (Gulf of Mexico). 5 minutes from the bayou boat/jet ski launch. A Touch of Madagascar in Ft Walton Beach is decorated with original art from Madagascar, where the owner Yolande is from, and where Yolande's husband Clint lived and worked for 24 years with an international organization. Clint is a native of Ft Walton. Enjoy the pool, play in the yard, or have morning coffee on the patio. Please make sure to put the right number of the guests when you book in. The use of the pool is free. No pets please. *We charge an extra $32 per day for heating the pool for your use. Please notify us at least a week in advance if you want the pool heated. NO HIDDEN CAMERAS ANYWHERE INSIDE THE HOUSE.
Property manager
Clinton Akins
Premier Host
Languages
English, French
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Fort Walton Beach
Located in Fort Walton Beach, this holiday home is near the 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center or Bluewater Bay Tennis Center. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Fort Walton Beach, FL
What's nearby
- Okaloosa Island Beach - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
- Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
- Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
- Okaloosa Island Pier - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
- Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Whataburger - 11 min walk
- Buffalo's Reef - 7 min walk
- Starbucks - 7 min walk
- McDonald's - 9 min walk
- Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Karen H.
26 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Karen H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Eric H.
12 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eric H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lydia L.
23 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Older Home. Incredibly well stocked. Nice pool.
Lydia L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tara F.
12 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Get Away
Tara F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tiffani L.
1 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great For Our Needs
Tiffani L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ellen T.
12 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Ellen T.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dustin F.
28 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring break
Dustin F.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
A C.
17 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Janice M.
10 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Snowbirds
Janice M.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brenda M.
5 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Brenda M.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Donald B.
7 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pool
Donald B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
MaryJo L.
2 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
MaryJo L.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeremiah T.
19 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Jeremiah T.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Philip S.
11 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to the yacht club
Philip S.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
brandon d.
18 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place !
brandon d.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gordon H.
20 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable stay
Gordon H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Traci H.
28 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Getaway
Traci H.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tamara B.
22 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Tamara B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Theodore B.
30 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay at Madagascar
Theodore B.
10/10 Excellent
Micah s.
1 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation 24
Micah s.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Desiree M.
3 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely House
Desiree M.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sheri F.
26 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Sheri F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cody J.
3 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best stay
Cody J.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
10/10 Excellent
Tina K.
6 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
Tina K.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
About the host
Hosted by Clinton Akins
Yolande is originally from Madagascar while her husband Clint is a native of Fort Walton Beach who lived and worked in Madagascar for many years. They returned to Fort Walton Beach in 2005 and developing "A Touch" was a part of that return.
Languages:
English, French
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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