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🌅Unit #401 –Unobstructed Gulf Views & Dolphin Watching from Your Balcony🌊🐬

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A balcony with a table set for breakfast, overlooking a beach and ocean.
A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a desk with a lamp, a painting, and a window with blinds.
Exterior
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees.
Property grounds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

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

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • On beach
  • Spa pool on site
  • 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

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

🌅Unit #401 –Unobstructed Gulf Views & Dolphin Watching from Your Balcony🌊🐬

Wake up, pour your coffee, and step onto your private balcony to take in unobstructed, panoramic views of Destin’s emerald waters. At Islander #401, the Gulf is your front yard—and if you’re lucky, you’ll spot dolphins playing right from your balcony!
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🌊 Front-Row Seat to the Gulf
This unit offers clear, wide-open views of the Emerald Coast—no obstructions, just endless water, white sand, and coastal beauty. Whether you're relaxing inside or outside, the view is always the star of the show.
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🏖️ Steps to the Beach
No roads, no hassle—just walk out and you’re steps from the sand. Spend your days soaking up the sun, swimming in crystal-clear water, or enjoying complimentary beach service (March–October) with chairs and an umbrella set up daily.
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🛋️ Comfort Meets Coastal Style
Inside, you’ll find a bright, welcoming space designed for relaxation:
• 55” Roku Smart TV (plus Smart TVs in every room)
• Queen sleeper sofa for extra guests
• Open layout perfect for gathering, relaxing, and enjoying the view
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🍳 Cook, Relax & Enjoy the View
The fully equipped kitchen lets you cook while still being part of the action—plus the TV can be angled so you never miss a moment, even from the kitchen or balcony!
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🛏️ Sleep Easy (Sleeps 6)
• Master Suite: King bed + updated private bath
• Guest Bedroom: Queen bed + updated bath access
• Living Room: Queen sleeper sofa
Bonus: End-unit location with only one shared wall, giving you extra peace, quiet, and privacy for a truly restful stay.
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🧺 Extra Convenience
• In-unit washer & dryer (pack light!)
• Smart TVs with guest mode for easy streaming
• Easy access via elevators or stairs
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🌟 Resort Amenities
• 🏊 Two pools + hot tubs
• 🏖️ Private beach access with chair & umbrella service
• 🎾 Tennis & pickleball courts
• 🏀 Basketball & shuffleboard
• 💪 Fitness center
• 🍔 Grilling pavilion for cookouts
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💥 Why Guests Love #401
✔ Unobstructed Gulf views 🌊
✔ Watch dolphins from your balcony 🐬
✔ Perfect sunrise coffee spot 🌅
✔ Quiet end-unit for extra privacy
✔ Steps to beach, pools & everything fun
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🌴 Your Perfect Destin Escape
From sunrise coffee to dolphin sightings and beach days just steps away, Unit #401 is where unforgettable vacation memories are made.
Book now and experience the Gulf like never before! 🏖️✨
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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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Property # 1077308vb
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 in Holiday Isle, a neighbourhood in Destin, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Destin Beaches and Henderson Beach State Park. Ready for a night out? Consider Jetty East Condominiums and AJ’s Seafood & Oyster Bar. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, snorkelling and surfing/body boarding adventures can be found near the property.
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Destin, FL

What's nearby

  • Choctawhatchee Bay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • 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
  • 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
  • ‪Boshamps Seafood & Oyster House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Red Door Saloon - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 🌅Unit #401 –Unobstructed Gulf Views & Dolphin Watching from Your Balcony🌊🐬 have a pool?

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

Is 🌅Unit #401 –Unobstructed Gulf Views & Dolphin Watching from Your Balcony🌊🐬 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 🌅Unit #401 –Unobstructed Gulf Views & Dolphin Watching from Your Balcony🌊🐬?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 🌅Unit #401 –Unobstructed Gulf Views & Dolphin Watching from Your Balcony🌊🐬?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🌅Unit #401 –Unobstructed Gulf Views & Dolphin Watching from Your Balcony🌊🐬?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🌅Unit #401 –Unobstructed Gulf Views & Dolphin Watching from Your Balcony🌊🐬 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Holiday Isle condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Choctawhatchee Bay and Destin Beaches. Destin Harbor and Jetty East Condominiums are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

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 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great relaxing getaway

Very comfy condos. Loved the heated pool. Beautiful beaches.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2020
Thank you for reviewing our property and giving us a 5 star rating! We hope you will come back to visit us again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

This unit was a great location with awesome views. The check in and out process was very easy. The place was very clean and layout of rooms were great. Would definitely stay at this unit again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Gulf View Condo

We enjoyed the condo tremendously! Great views, comfy beds, nice shower. Everything we needed was available in the kitchen. Pool was nice and warm and hot-tub was great! Liked that it was an end unit and the stairs were super handy being so close. Would definitely recommend this condo!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 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.
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent

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 time. Condo was clean and well cared for.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2022
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

Vacation

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: Very nice. Couch and chairs a little lumpy. Loved the stay though.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2025
Thank you for your review! We're so glad to hear you loved your stay. We appreciate your feedback about the couch and chairs — comfort is important, and we’ll take a closer look and advise owners where improvements can be made. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another great visit!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Most wonderful vacation!

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 the very best vacation staying at the Islander in Destin! We have stayed here many times and we always love it! It is our home away from home! Everything is comfortable and very clean! The beach is fabulous here!
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2022
Glad that you enjoyed your vacation with us and we cannot wait for you to return.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Always good

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: First time having the washer/dryer in the room. Was awesome. Very nice fun time. Best value in Destin.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 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 review

8/10 Good

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

Vacation

Good experience overall. Seemed like an issue with keeping the trash from backing up on the stairwell. Other than that no complaints and we enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2022
Thank your for submitting your feed back ! We appreciate you pointing out this issue to us and we have since then resolved the issue. We hope that you will be a guest in the future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

We enjoyed our vacation at the Islander. Check in was easy but we were told we could check in sooner and we were made to wait until almost 4. That was a little irritating. Also, the room could have been much cleaner! Beautiful view and well decorated room. Would come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 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 do apologize that you were not able to check in earlier than expected but we did have a high volume of check ins that day. We do pride ourselves on cleanliness and we try to make sure that our guest feels at home when they come to visit. We will make sure to address these issues with our housekeeping department. We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great 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: We have stayed at the Islander over the past 30 years. We really enjoyed this unit. The king bed was super comfortable. We also appreciated the updates in the kitchen and bathroom, especially the washer and dryer.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 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 appreciate you being a repeat guest of ours over the years. We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

2022 Family Vacation

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 very nice stay. Queen bed was my only complaint. Too soft with no support it seemed. Otherwise it was very pleasant! Nice view from the balcony.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2022
Thank you for submitting your feedback ! We appreciate your recommendations and we will make sure to work on them for our future guests. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Destin Weekend

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 loved our Islander rental experience. Great location with beautiful views of the Gulf! The condo was clean and updated with a tasteful beach-y vibe. We really liked being on the far end of the Islander away from the central hub. We could take the stairs right outside our door down to the path to the beach without having to go through lobby and pool area. We plan to rent same unit again next year!
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
ank you so much! We are so pleased that you enjoyed your recent stay with us here at the Islander. We hope when you travel to Destin, you’ll let us know when you’re coming and we can reserve your favorite condo
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Condo

This was a pleasant surprise. The walk to the beach was such a short distance. The guy that worked the beach was the most pleasant beach attendant we have ever met. He was amazing and very attentive with a great attitude. The condo was clean and the furniture was very nice. My only suggestion-it needs some type of blackout curtains for the bedrooms. Other than that, it was awesome. BONUS-this condo has its own washer and dryer in master. Very satisfied ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2023
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 appreciate your recommendations, and we will work on this for our future guests. We look forward to having you as a guest in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Family and friends vacay

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 love The Islander and have stayed many times in different units. 401 needs updating from cheap furniture & old linens to the bathrooms and kitchen cabinets. Unit should be a bronze, not Platinum. We will choose a different unit next time. I would give the unit a 3 rating, while The Islander gets a 5 star!
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2023
Thank you for your review. We are sorry to hear that you were less then pleased with the unit that you stayed in. We will make sure to reach out to the Owner's and give some recommendations for our future guest bookings. However, we are glad that you enjoyed the location of the unit being that it's very convenient for most guests to get to the beach and pools. We hope you will come back and see us soon !
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

1st time at Islander and will never return . 106, 406, 706 units

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We arrive to check in to condo #106. When entering, there were 2 humidifiers blowing hot air and the room temperature was 78. We called the front desk who told us the air conditioner was out and that maintenance was coming “some time” today. I called back to speak to manager. I asked why we were not told prior to arriving or when we checked in. Cindy then told me: “I told them to tell yall before, I knew they should have” About an hour later, a manger (Raquel)called and said the unit air conditioner can not be fixed and that we would have to move to 406 but then will have to leave that unit Thursday morning to another unit. Very disappointed in the dishonesty and the lack of integrity from management. We missed dinner reservations 1st night and lost beach time with family moving units twice. One manger offered full refund, the other partial. We still had to pay for resort and cleaning fees. I will never recommend this place to anyone.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Not that good....

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than 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 management is poor. I had two different reservations. They canceled the wrong reservation. I called multiple times and was told that a manager would call me. Never received a call. My check in date was the same, but check out was a different date. I tried to speak to someone at check in as well. The “manager” was not available and I was told the manager will call me.... No phone call. I ONLY stayed at this location b/c I love the beach area!
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Terrible qyality furnishings

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Although our condo was a platnumun, the sofa cushions sank through the frame. The mattresses were by far the WORST I have ever slept on. Extreamly disappointed.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2022
Thank you for your review. We are sorry to hear that you were less then pleased with the unit that you stayed in. We will make sure to reach out to the Owner's and give some recommendations for our future guest bookings. We hope you will come back and see us soon !
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Room 401 Review

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 definitely enjoyed the stay here in the room. The view was amazing.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2021
So glad you had an amazing view that you and your family enjoyed.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beach Time

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 property is great and the condo is beautiful! You have a truly spectacular view of the beach! Wayne at the front desk was absolutely fantastic! The only downside was the elevators in the main lobby weren’t working often and there are only two available for the entire resort. That is my only complaint but it was fixed during our stay and it ended up being just fine!!
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Apr 2021
We apologize for the elevator issues that we had during your stay. How fantastic to hear that you loved Unit 401 and Wayne. He can be a character.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great View, I'll be back!

The unit had a great view with easy access to the beach. Clean and fully stocked. Definitely will rent the unit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2021
Hilda, we are glad everything was up to your expectations and we would like to see you back at The Islander soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great vacation

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: As usual we enjoyed staying in this condo at the Islander!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great condo

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: Everything was as shown in pictures. Wonderful view. Lots of pillows and extra blankets for the pull out couch. We had a wonderful trip!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

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 was nice . Beach And water was clean ,Alan was very accommodating so was Kendall. Only person that was rude was male employee that works in the laundry room.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Pleasant stay, quite convenient location

Pleasant stay, quite convenient location and beautiful ocean view. Pools are small for the property size and got really crowded for times.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best beach access

This place was GREAT. So clean and fresh looking. Roomy and large shower. View of beach was awesome. Access to the beach was just a few steps. Complimentary beach chairs as well. Staff was helpful. Can’t wait to come back!!
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for your feedback. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Please come back and visit us again soon!

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