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Great Views, Coastal Style & Fun! Platinum Condo – Islander 217

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Private kitchen
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Destin Beaches
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Spa pool on site
  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Waterpark access
  • On-site fitness centre

Explore the area

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Destin, FL
  • Place, Destin Beaches
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Jetty East Condominiums
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin Harbor
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Great Views, Coastal Style & Fun! Platinum Condo – Islander 217

Welcome to Sun Fargo, a beautifully remodeled second‑floor condo at The Islander on Destin’s exclusive Holiday Isle at 502 Gulf Shores Drive. This Platinum‑rated unit is currently offered at a discounted Gold rate and comfortably sleeps up to 6 guests. Enjoy a quiet, gated location with private beach access, resort amenities, and sweeping views of Lake Christina and the East Pass.

Inside, the condo features a 2023 open‑concept renovation with new LVP flooring, updated lighting, coastal‑contemporary décor, and a fully remodeled kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless‑steel appliances, Keurig, standard coffee maker, and air fryer. The living area includes a 65" Smart TV and a queen sleeper sofa.

The master suite offers a king bed, ample storage, 42” Smart TV, and an ensuite bathroom with double sinks and granite counters. The guest bedroom includes a queen bed, high‑low twin bunks, 42” Smart TV, and a pack‑and‑play for families.

Guests enjoy full access to The Islander’s amenities, including private gated beach access, FREE beach service (Mar 1–Oct 31), two pools (one heated in winter), two hot tubs, tennis courts, four pickleball courts, shuffleboard, half basketball court, grilling pavilion, mini fitness center, and on‑site laundry with towel/linen exchange on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Seasonal activities include dive‑in movies, sandcastle lessons, arts & crafts, and live music.

Your stay also includes FREE daily tickets to top local attractions such as Big Kahuna’s Waterpark, Sea Blaster Dolphin Cruise, deep sea fishing, Cruisin’ Tikis, and several premier golf courses. Extra beach gear—chairs, umbrellas, toys, and a wagon—is provided in the unit.

Experience the best of Destin with modern comfort, upgraded style, and unbeatable perks at Sun Fargo ~ Islander 217.
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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

You need to know

Property # 1077287vb
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Destin

Located on the beach, this condo is in Holiday Isle, a neighbourhood in Destin. 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 Destin Beaches and Miramar Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Preston Hood Athletic Complex or Fort Walton Beach Tennis Center. With jet skiing, snorkelling and surfing/body boarding nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Destin Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Jetty East Condominiums - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Destin Harbor - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Destin Harbor Boardwalk - 7 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cj’s Hangout - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Red Door Saloon - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Donut Hole - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Margaritaville - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Great Views, Coastal Style & Fun! Platinum Condo – Islander 217 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Great Views, Coastal Style & Fun! Platinum Condo – Islander 217 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Great Views, Coastal Style & Fun! Platinum Condo – Islander 217?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Great Views, Coastal Style & Fun! Platinum Condo – Islander 217?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Views, Coastal Style & Fun! Platinum Condo – Islander 217?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Great Views, Coastal Style & Fun! Platinum Condo – Islander 217 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Holiday Isle condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Choctawhatchee Bay and Destin Beaches. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Destin Harbor Boardwalk are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 72 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. The only downside was they were working on the beach and there were huge pipes so there was limited space.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wesley B.

The place was extremely clean. Took my wife, adult kids and grandson and had a great time.

Grounds, pools, and room were all extraordinary. Would stay again for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thank you for your review. I am happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. The property will be even better next year; we have a lot of upgrades coming during the winter lull.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy R.

So close to the private beach and tons of things to do within a 10 min drive. NICE

Perfect location to do Everything you want to do in Destin!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thank you for a great review. We are happy you enjoyed your vacation and hope you will return next year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Condo was in great condition and would definitely stay there again. Setup was perfect for families and walkable to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole A.

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

Great experience!

We had a wonderful time! This place lets out needs perfectly! Would 100% stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas H.

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

Great place

Clean place
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thank you for submitting your feedback! We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emilio R.

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

Amazing accommodations

Great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thank you for submitting your feedback! We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madison C.

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

Girls Trip

The unit was great and very convenient to the beach and wonderful restaurants!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thank you for submitting your feedback ! We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Josefina t.

recommended place nice place to stay

Rating Details: 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: very nice place and good location especially on the beach
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2024
Thank you for submitting your feedback ! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and all the amenities we have to offer. We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jo B.

Beautiful Unit!

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: This unit was updated, very spacious and beautiful. The boys loved having their own room.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
Thank you for the lovely feedback! We're so glad you enjoyed the updated and spacious unit — and it’s great to hear the boys loved having their own room! We hope to have you back again soon for another wonderful stay.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

Lovely

Comfortable accommodation Great weather Warm water
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thanks for the excellent review. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with us and hope you will return again next year. We will be doing some more upgrades during the winter and be ready for another great season next year. Ben & Jane Oliver
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni C.

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

A great spot!

Condo was just as pictures showed. Very clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2024
Thank you for submitting your feedback ! We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Betty F.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication

Family getaway

Not Bad
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thank you for submitting your feedback! We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Would definitely stay again!

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: Beautiful property and very close to the beach. Set up was great and property was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thank you for submitting your feedback ! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and all the amenities we have to offer. We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

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

Awesome

Awesome
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thank you for staying with us at The Islander!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Adam G.

2024 Easter Break

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: No issues at all. Unit was spacious and clean. Easy access to the pool and beach. Employees were helpful and friendly. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2024
Thank you for submitting your feedback! Thank you for your comments on our amazing staff. We try our best to make our guest feel at home when they come to visit us. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and all the amenities we have to offer. We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

Very clean, well maintained Condo with convenient access to everything...

I really enjoyed my stay at the Islander. The inside is upgraded all the way. Multiple pools are on site as well as a grill /gazebo area for cookouts. The VIP service including chairs and umbrellas is tremendously appreciated in the sweltering August heat! All of the Destin bars / restaurants are just a short drive to enjoy. Be sure to check out the coffee shop about a mile away from the property as well
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thank you for the wonderful review; we are proud of where we have taken this property in the last few years. We have many more improvements planned for the off season so do visit us again. Oliver
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gerald V.

Everything and More

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: The Islander did not disappoint. The resort was perfect. The beach was amazing. Close proxcimity to everything in the panhandle. Without a doubt we will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thank you for submitting your feedback ! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and all the amenities we have to offer. We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Amazing location!

My family amd myself traveled from Oklahoma to this Condo and the 14 hour drive was so worth it! I can't say enough about the location. The condo is a couple minute walk to the private beach! The beach was very busy each day, but with having the VIP capabilities they always had an umbrella and a couple chairs set up and ready to go for us. Walmart and target are just a short drive away for all your needs. This condo make you feel right at home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thank you for your feedback. We hope you enjoyed your stay! Come back and see us again soon.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Torrey M.

Better than Advertised

We stayed at this property for 4 days. The accommodations were fantastic. We enjoyed the use of the amenities and appreciated the kitchen dishes, utensils, pots, pans and appliances. It made preparing meals a breeze. The beach was a short walk from the condo. The beach was great and we really appreciated the free beach service (chairs, umbrellas, attendent, etc). Also, having so many restaurants, shops and grocery stores so close was great for us being a family of 4! We would stay here again with no hesitation.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thank you very much for a GREAT review. We especially like to see "BETTER THAN ADVERTISED". We hear that a lot and appreciate it very much when we see it on reviews. We try very hard to offer our clients a pleasurable time in our Jewel in Destin. Ben & Jane Oliver
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Darlene W.

I give them 100,000 stars

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: It was well located by the beach. It was very clean. Customer service at the entrance was awesome. The whole vacation was awesome. I just loved it and I’m definitely booking again.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thank you for submitting your feedback ! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and all the amenities we have to offer. We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gerald V.

The Islander Never Disappoints

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 and I are return guest’s to the Islander. The location and everything about the property is top notch. Unit and common areas area kept clean, two pools and pickleball courts are huge plus. The beach is simply amazing and the staff is great! Can’t say enough. We will definitely be back! 🏖️
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2024
Thank you for submitting your feedback! Thank you for your comments on our amazing staff. We try our best to make our guest feel at home when they come to visit us. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and all the amenities we have to offer. We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Love the Updates!

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 have stayed in this unit for the past 3 years. Last year we weren't overly happy with the unit but they made some updates so we decided to give it another try. It did not disappoint! We can't wait to come back next year!
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2024
Thank you for your review! We appreciate any and all comments to make your experience the best it can be! Thank you for choosing The Islander for your Emerald Coast needs! We hope to see you and your family again while visiting the beautiful Gulf!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jessica C.

Great Stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than 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've been staying in this unit for years and we just had another great week there! The condo was nice, the staff was friendly and the weather was perfect! Love the updated look at the resort too! The only issue we had was with the beach set up and gate - it appears that the gate has been broken for some time so anyone can come onto the property. Also the usual concierge (who was amazing!) was not there all week and if anyone was there, they didn't do anything. All of the chairs are lined up in rows and pretty close to the water, making it hard to tell which ones are for the Islander. We prefer the old set up which kind of separated the resorts (it was in a horse shoe pattern). We look forward to another week next summer!
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2025
Thank you so much for being a loyal guest and for choosing to stay with us year after year! We’re delighted to hear you had another great week, enjoyed the condo, the friendly staff, and the updated look of the resort. We truly appreciate your feedback about the beach gate and chair setup. We understand how important security and convenience are, especially with the gate issue — this has been brought to the property management’s attention, and we’re hopeful it will be resolved soon. We look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful week next summer!

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