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🌅Balcony w/Bay View~Close 2Bch~Snow❤️birds~Pool~2BR Hermitage by Bay 305🌅

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Lovely pool - Hermitage by the Bay
What a beautiful view of the bay from 305!
Lovely waterfront - Hermitage by the Bay
Okaloosa Island Beaches - across the street!
Beautiful Bay Views at Hermitage by the Bay 305!

Reviews

7.2 out of 10

Good

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 669.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • John Beasley Park
    5 min walk
  • Fort Walton Beach Park
    8 min walk
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island
    8 min walk
  • Destin, FL (DSI-Destin-Fort Walton Beach)
    13 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Living Room with Sleeper Sofa

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Master Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

🌅Balcony w/Bay View~Close 2Bch~Snow❤️birds~Pool~2BR Hermitage by Bay 305🌅

Top Reasons to Book this Condo!

* Pool overlooking the bay

* Fishing Pier

* 530 Yards to the Boardwalk/Gulfarium on Okaloosa Island

* Lighted picnic area

* Updated kitchen w/mahogany soft close cabinetry! 

* Across the street from uncrowded beaches

* Professionally Managed; 24/7 Service

Want to truly get away from it all? The Hermitage By The Bay is the place for you!

Welcome to this lovely condo that has a stunning view of the bay and the pool right from the Balcony! Hermitage By the Bay 305 is just steps away is the beautiful Gulf of Mexico and white sandy beaches. This condo has 2 bedrooms, one with a queen-sized bed, one with 2 twins and queen sleeper sofa, allowing this condo to sleep 6 guests altogether. The recently remodeled kitchen and baths make this already lovely unit fabulous! Across the street is the public beach access, with restrooms and showers and parking. This beach tends to be much less crowded than Destin area beaches. A great place to take the kids, Hermitage by the Bay is close to Escape Zone 60, Fudpuckers, pontoon rentals, Wild Willy's Adventure Zone and is practically across the street from the Boardwalk and Gulfarium! Please note there are no elevators at Hermitage by the Bay.

*This property is not available to adults Under the age of 25. No Exceptions.*


*We LOVE Snowbirds! Low Monthly Winter Rates*
Snowbird Season runs November thru February, on a monthly basis. To prepare a qualified quote, select your arrival date (must be the 1st day of the month) and the departure date (must be the 1st day of the month). Alternate dates must be pre-approved. All monthly rentals are subject to an additional $150 cleaning fee. Please contact us with your interest and to further assist!"

Guests can take a dip in the outdoor swimming pool overlooking the bay or catch some rays on the reclining chairs on the spacious deck. There are lighted picnic areas and romantic porch swings so you can sit and watch the boats enter the bay. Come enjoy a wonderful vacation at The Hermitage By The Bay! 

The Bed Setup:

Master Bedroom- Queen Bed
Guest Bedroom- Two Twin Beds
Living Room- Sleeper Sofa

Area Attractions: 

Located in Fort Walton within walking distance of several excellent restaurants and a convenience store, The Hermitage is convenient to the Fort Walton Beach art museum, Gulf Island National Seashore, Sasquatch Zoo and numerous shopping opportunities and water sports.

Okaloosa Island has a fruitful fishing pier – a recent guest caught over 20 fish including lady fish, blue fish and a small shark! You’ll be able to easily net crabs right in front on the condo. There are community grills, the unit has its own washer/dryer, ample parking and 24-hour security.

Welcome to The Boardwalk! We are located directly on The Gulf of Mexico, on the beaches of beautiful Okaloosa Island! The Boardwalk is your one-stop destination for fun, day and night! Relax on the beaches of The Gulf of Mexico while sipping a frozen concoction prepared at our outdoor bar upstairs at The Crab Trap, stroll the boardwalk and visit Islanders Coastal Outfitters for new beach attire or grab a frozen snack from Pino Gelato. When day turns to night, Al’s Beach Club is our premier club and burger bar. Hungry? We've got that covered as well! Grab some fresh from the Gulf seafood from any of our great beachfront restaurants located directly on The Boardwalk!

Property manager

RealJoy Vacations
Premier Host

Languages

English

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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: 25
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
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

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 waterfront. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Emerald Coast Science Center. With jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Map
Fort Walton Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Fort Walton Beach Park - 8 min walk
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 8 min walk
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 10 min walk
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 10 min walk
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 11 min walk

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Boardwalk - Okaloosa Island - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Rockin Tacos - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Angler's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Al's Beach Club - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Old Bay Steamer - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 🌅Balcony w/Bay View~Close 2Bch~Snow❤️birds~Pool~2BR Hermitage by Bay 305🌅 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is 🌅Balcony w/Bay View~Close 2Bch~Snow❤️birds~Pool~2BR Hermitage by Bay 305🌅 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 🌅Balcony w/Bay View~Close 2Bch~Snow❤️birds~Pool~2BR Hermitage by Bay 305🌅?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🌅Balcony w/Bay View~Close 2Bch~Snow❤️birds~Pool~2BR Hermitage by Bay 305🌅?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🌅Balcony w/Bay View~Close 2Bch~Snow❤️birds~Pool~2BR Hermitage by Bay 305🌅 located?

This family-friendly Fort Walton Beach condo building is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Choctawhatchee Bay, Fort Walton Beaches and John Beasley Park. Wayside Park and Santa Rosa Sound are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

7.2

Good

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7.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

7.4/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

7.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable enough for an old guy with arthritis and inexpensive.
Why do you go to the beach? To stay in your room, right? No. That's why this condo is JUST FINE. Listen, it's inexpensive to stay in, near plenty of fun things to do, and it won't break the bank. That being said, if you like furniture from the 80s, then this is the place for you. Knick knacks..they got 'em. Dining and coffee tables with glass tops? Wicker? Got those too. Lots of nostalgia for this '80s kid. 2000s kids, we've got your Berber carpet too. If you have any problems, the staff is on the spot to help. No worries there. All of the appliances work well, the HVAC works, and fans in every room. There are lots of small lamps that are hit/miss on working, but the lighting is fine, and they're more decorative than anything. It's nice and quiet, and the owner-neighbors are fantastic people. The only minor gripe is the floor in the bathroom, which really needs replacing, and the tiny shower in the room with the two full-size beds. (I really don't care. I made the adult children sleep in there. It builds character.) You'll have fun in FWB/Destin, and this is a great place to stay if you're not too picky. We spent two weeks there, and we were comfortable.
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

vanessa c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Labor day weekend
Needs improvement but good overall. Perfect location for family vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Mike L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Trip
Was mostly like it was stated, didn’t like that you couldn’t early check in even though the room had been ready. The walk to the beach would have been tricky with the amount of traffic in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long Weekend
Was able to check in easily, owners had good communication(after an email mishap) and the property was exactly as listed. Great location and met our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

2/10 Terrible

James H., Austin, Tx

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Bait-and-switch and incompetency: avoid RealJoy like the plague!
Booked an extremely nice condo in Destin only to be told one week before the trip that it was 'no longer available.' After responding IMMEDIATELY to their offered alternatives (email), they sat on it for 3 days causing all their properties to book up except for this one ("Hermitage") on Okaloosa Island. Let me tell you, this property was NOTHING like what I'd originally selected nor like the alternative we should have received had RealJoy performed their job properly and changed my selection in a timely manner. It was a complete insult - incredibly outdated interior/furnishings, disgustingly dusty/filthy, and uncomfortable beds/pillows. The blinds were broken, the bay view is a stretch, baths and showers had mildew everywhere, and worse of all the carpet was so filthy our feet were BLACK 15 minutes after arrival!! Incredibly, the wi-fi never worked and RealJoy never delivered us the hotspot the promised. The worst part about everything for me, is this was supposed to be a VERY special vacation for my two young kids and I- our first family vacation in 3 years since my divorce. Having already shown my kids pictures of the condo I originally rented at The Palms Resort (ocean view, resort-style pool, modern, clean, updated) and then arriving to THIS property was such a disappointed to us all. I called immediately upon arrival and after at least 20 calls and several hours later, FINALLY spoke to someone empathetic to our situation and who promised to make things right. While she wasn't able to get me a discount, promises were made to have something special put together for my kids and us adults (my Mom, Aunt, and I). Specifically, promises of pirate cruise tickets and dolphin cruise tickets for us all, some alcoholic beverages for the adults, some cool beach items for the kids, and a giftcard to a really nice restaurant. This made me feel better, but sadly they did not come through next day as promised, so I was left calling them everyday, several times a day, on our vacation until FINALLY they decided to partially come through on the LAST day of our vacation. It was an insult to me to be honest, that they could make such promises and then go silent and then show up on the LAST day with half of what was promised. There is no doubt in my mind that I was the victim of a classic 'Bait-and-Switch' scheme with RealJoy Management. They should have allowed me a full refund. Needless to say staying with Real Joy wasn't a Real Joy at all. Not one bit.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Jason L.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nightmare
We got moved 30 minutes away from our original booking the day of our check in. I talked to emma and she said they would reimburse us $170 for the inconvenience. We got towed from in front of the townhome the next day. RealJoy tells us they will reimburse us for that as well. Soon after checkout, they call me and tell me that I won’t be getting reimbursed for either. I will never book through RealJoy again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Maria W.

Liked: Check-in, location
Beach trip 2021
This is a no pet facility according to site and sign out front but the unit had fleas. Reported by text twice. First upon arrival and they said they would send someone to spray. I never seen anyone and fleas were still hopping when I left. Otherwise the pics and description were correct. I loved the location and without fleas I would gladly stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Jimmy D., Collinsville,Oklahoma

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Vacation
Location is great and property is nice but this particular unit is very dated
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bridget S. S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location!
Nice cozy place for family of 4. Sofa bed is a no go. Has a big dip in it. Bring your own coffee pot if you don't plan to wait 20 minutes to brew a cup. Toaster only toasts one side of bread. Other than that, it's great!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall stay was worth the price.
The queen sized bed was comfortable. The attached bathroom was spacious. The second bedroom with two single beds was a nice size For the kids. The bathroom was cramped but worked for the kids. The eat in kitchen and living room were spacious enough. The fold out sleeper couch however was very uncomfortable. It’s listed sized for 6 however it’s cramped for 6 but would be perfect for 4.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Kris C.

Enjoyed our stay
Nice place. A bit misleading in not sleeping 6 well. 4 would be a better fit.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sharon G.

Great condo!
Loved this vacation so much! Can't wait to come back

4/10 Poor

Robert P.

Poor
The AC would not cool the rooms. No matter what you set the thermostat on, it would reset and the rooms were hot. The TV’s were old and small. It was not an inviting place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

2/10 Terrible

Sheila N.

Not impressed!
Property was subpar. Tried to reschedule due to tropical storm, they would not allow it, only ended up staying one night for a three night stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brian B., Dayton Ohio

Loved the Bay and Dock.
The condo is nice. All you need and just short drive to Destin.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sonya S.

Love...nice clean rooms and the view is amazing.
Awesome vacation with the family. Plenty of room great kitchen and the view was amazing.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

Toniece W.

The pictures are misleading
Good location and very nice kitchen. However, other areas of the property was very dated. The carpet needs to be changed or cleaned. There are dust mites everywhere. In addition , the walls need to be painted. The bathroom looks to have been remodeled, but the shower was extremely small and not a good size for an adult. Additionally , the closets were filled with stuff, so we had to leave our items on the floor. The vents were also dirty, which is not understood being that there is a cleaning fee associated with this rental. There were stains on the master bedroom pillow and the twin bedroom comforter. Additionally, once we removed all of the linens , we discovered a bug on one of the twin beds. Also the door frame is loose in that bedroom. The molding around the front door is not secure . Someone tried to nail it back and it actually fell when we closed the door. The living room furniture was very dated and the chair had stains on it. The TV in the living room was nice . The tv in the bedrooms was extremely dated and one did not have cable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

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