This property is in a great location. Sandestin resorts spans both sides of Hwy. 98. Part of it is located on the Gulf of Mexico (beachside), and the other majority part sits along the Choctawatchee Bay (bay side), several golf courses, a purpose built town (Bay Town) and multiple ponds and neighborhoods. This property is located on the Bay Side and is centrally located near the main entrance gate, slightly to the west, in an, older freestanding well-kept condo community. It is quiet and secluded but due to its central location, it is a quick drive (particularly if you rent the golf cart) to all amenities, which include pools, golf courses, the beach, Bay Town, and restaurants, etc. The location is a definite plus - so long as you are not hoping to be on the water.
The back part of the condo overlooks a lovely, grassy shaded courtyard, which the boys used to play lacrosse, frisbee, or toss the football. There is a slight view to one of the golf courses, but plenty of room to play without disturbing anyone. They were also able to roller blade along the community road leading up to the condo and even enjoy some driveway hockey. (Plastic pucks and small nets - no windows were in danger.) The back porch area is a great sun spot in the spring, but in the summer, would be hot. However, there is a shaded/screened front porch area that is also nice for sitting and during summer.
Next, the condo itself has been beautifully updated. The decor is nice, beds are comfortable, as is the living room furniture. You can watch anything you want on tv - all bedrooms also have their own. (The two boys could play x-box in the bedroom while we watched tv.) My personal favorite was the basket of beach reads (magazines and books) which were also useful for a rainy day.
We went out to eat most of the time, but the condo has everything you need if you want to cook dinner in, bake, make cocktails, or enjoy coffee. It also has a large table with plenty of seating and additional stools at the counter, as well as an outdoor table that will seat another 4. Both bathrooms have hairdryers, no need to pack your own.
Finally, I have to emphasize that the owner is a pleasure to deal with. Upon arrival, I could not locate the set of keys for the golf cart, and he responded immediately. I will definitely rent again the next time we head down.