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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 44492.4 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Place, Goofy Golf16 min walk
- Place, Beltway Shopping Center19 min walk
- Place, Bel-Air Shopping Center5 min drive
- Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)13 min drive
Rooms & beds
7 bedrooms (sleeps 44)
Aqua Oasis Suite
1 Queen Bed
First floor Living Room
+3
2 Double Futons, 2 Single Beds and 3 Queen Beds
Guest House Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Guest House Common Area
1 Queen Bed
Sea Haze Suite
1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
Second Floor Common Area
2 Queen Beds
The Crows Nest
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
The Lighthouse Loft
2 Queen Beds
The Manor Guest House
1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 2 Queen Beds
Tranquil Tides
1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed
6 bathrooms
Aqua Oasis Suite Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only
Sea Haze Suite Bath
Toilet · Shower only
The Crows Nest Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only
The Lighthouse Loft Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only
The Manor Guest House Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only
Tranquil Tides Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Prior coordination is required. Event fee is $1249
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Small dogs and cats
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 60
Note from host: Prior coordination is required. Event fee is $1249
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Fort Walton Beach
Located in Garniers Beach, a neighbourhood in Fort Walton Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Goofy Golf and Emerald Coast Science Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Fort Walton Beach, FL
What's nearby
- Goofy Golf - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Beltway Shopping Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Bel-Air Shopping Center - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
- Jet Stadium - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
- Okaloosa Island Beach - 9 min drive - 5.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Whataburger - 12 min walk
- Chick-fil-A - 19 min walk
- Pedro's Tacos & Tequila Bar - 14 min walk
- Buffalo Wild Wings - 3 min drive
- Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
5 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Madi F.
17 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Stay
Madi F.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lucy Y.
13 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Destination
Lucy Y.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ashley K.
18 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Ashley K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brooke H.
1 June 2025
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise

Brooke H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shivani M.
22 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful stay!
Shivani M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Harris and Lisa G.
10 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We can't wait to come again!
Harris and Lisa G.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John B.
3 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay!
John B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
D'Ann W.
13 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Home for a Large Group
D'Ann W.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kevin M.
8 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a large group
Kevin M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Erin H.
17 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fun place!!
Erin H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jessica K.
19 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location!!
Jessica K.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kristi M.
12 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Wedding
Kristi M.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Hasen A.
7 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unforgettable Weekend with the Gator Crew!
Hasen A.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Aryn C.
9 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location
Vacation stay for 10 year anniversary
Aryn C.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shellee B.
13 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect wedding venue
Shellee B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jamey F.
20 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical Weekend
Jamey F.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Jason G.
19 July 2024
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Accountability
Jason G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Candace M.
27 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Property!
Candace M.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sean M.
24 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very happy!!!
Sean M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Clay H.
8 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Clay H.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
ROBERT S.
30 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
ROBERT S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sabin P.
12 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Private House
Sabin P.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robert A.
11 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fort Walton Waterfront Property
Robert A.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stephen H.
12 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience
Stephen H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
About the host
Hosted by Chris Buzzetta
Hello all and welcome!I am excited to be a part of this community and to be able to help people feel right at home.
I grew up in St. Louis, Missouri. When I was 25 I moved to Enid, Oklahoma for two years, then Clovis, New Mexico. I recently moved to Fort Walton Beach, Florida but have traveled here for work and leisure numerous times. This really does feel like paradise.
My work includes a number of different jobs. From leading an office of workers to a goal, to managing training elements for other people. When I'm lucky, I get paid to fly planes all over the world.
When I'm not flying planes or in the office, I can be found soaring with the birds while paragliding. I also like to brew beer and share it with friends. If you're interested, I'd be happy to chat over a pint of homebrew. I'm currently learning different dances like ballroom and west coast swing. Country two-step is what started that.
I've been fortunate enough to travel to over 40 different countries. I still have many more places to go.
I use to own an entertainment company for a number of years. This venture opened my eyes to different genres of music. I'll listen to anything.
Growing up, I played many sports. basketball was definitely my favorite. Baseball and soccer were also fun. I don't, however, watch too many sports these days.
I generally like reading non-fiction books that I can apply to my life or occupation. I do like researched fiction books and I'll listen to them on my drive to work or a TED talk.
I like all kinds of movies. From documentaries to action and adventure. I'm really looking to be entertained, which doesn't take much.
I love hosting former and new guests. Opening up my place to allow others from around the world to enjoy this area is a true blessing. There are two mottoes that I live by"In order to know the world, you must know the people within it." "The greatest gift you can give someone is your time."
I look forward to hosting you!
I grew up in St. Louis, Missouri. When I was 25 I moved to Enid, Oklahoma for two years, then Clovis, New Mexico. I recently moved to Fort Walton Beach, Florida but have traveled here for work and leisure numerous times. This really does feel like paradise.
My work includes a number of different jobs. From leading an office of workers to a goal, to managing training elements for other people. When I'm lucky, I get paid to fly planes all over the world.
When I'm not flying planes or in the office, I can be found soaring with the birds while paragliding. I also like to brew beer and share it with friends. If you're interested, I'd be happy to chat over a pint of homebrew. I'm currently learning different dances like ballroom and west coast swing. Country two-step is what started that.
I've been fortunate enough to travel to over 40 different countries. I still have many more places to go.
I use to own an entertainment company for a number of years. This venture opened my eyes to different genres of music. I'll listen to anything.
Growing up, I played many sports. basketball was definitely my favorite. Baseball and soccer were also fun. I don't, however, watch too many sports these days.
I generally like reading non-fiction books that I can apply to my life or occupation. I do like researched fiction books and I'll listen to them on my drive to work or a TED talk.
I like all kinds of movies. From documentaries to action and adventure. I'm really looking to be entertained, which doesn't take much.
I love hosting former and new guests. Opening up my place to allow others from around the world to enjoy this area is a true blessing. There are two mottoes that I live by"In order to know the world, you must know the people within it." "The greatest gift you can give someone is your time."
I look forward to hosting you!
Why they chose this property
"It was the first time my kids had ever seen the beach,
the first time my mother put her feet in the sand in decades,
and our first time gathering as a family since the pandemic." Cindy Smith, May 2021 Guest
Father and son Tom and Chris Buzzetta couldn't be more different. One is gentle and safe-minded and the other is outgoing and strong-willed. Through the years, their differences grew together to forge not only a loving family but also a well-balanced partnership that brought them to the opportunity at Manor on the Bay. Tom, with an upcoming retirement from hard work in the grocery industry, was looking for a new opportunity. Chris, after a successful career as a pilot in the Air Force, was looking to diversify. What if he and his father partnered to bring their love of family and gathering to a location accessible to all at this Fort Walton Beach location? Chris and Tom agreed there was nothing like this location in the area, and it was meant to be shared.
After countless hours of dedicated hard work improving the property, the Manor on the Bay was running as a short-term rental providing families a place to relax and reconnect. The Manor was registered as a provider with the Make-A-Wish Foundation to bring dreams of waterfront life to children in dire situations. The vision of offering a space for people to enjoy had become real. 225 Beachview Drive was now, The Manor on the Bay; a home away from home and an oasis of enjoyment. It is with great pride and excitement that we invite you home, to the Manor on the Bay. Join us to celebrate this great space, the neighborhood that makes it unique, and the community that people travel from around the world to be a part of.
the first time my mother put her feet in the sand in decades,
and our first time gathering as a family since the pandemic." Cindy Smith, May 2021 Guest
Father and son Tom and Chris Buzzetta couldn't be more different. One is gentle and safe-minded and the other is outgoing and strong-willed. Through the years, their differences grew together to forge not only a loving family but also a well-balanced partnership that brought them to the opportunity at Manor on the Bay. Tom, with an upcoming retirement from hard work in the grocery industry, was looking for a new opportunity. Chris, after a successful career as a pilot in the Air Force, was looking to diversify. What if he and his father partnered to bring their love of family and gathering to a location accessible to all at this Fort Walton Beach location? Chris and Tom agreed there was nothing like this location in the area, and it was meant to be shared.
After countless hours of dedicated hard work improving the property, the Manor on the Bay was running as a short-term rental providing families a place to relax and reconnect. The Manor was registered as a provider with the Make-A-Wish Foundation to bring dreams of waterfront life to children in dire situations. The vision of offering a space for people to enjoy had become real. 225 Beachview Drive was now, The Manor on the Bay; a home away from home and an oasis of enjoyment. It is with great pride and excitement that we invite you home, to the Manor on the Bay. Join us to celebrate this great space, the neighborhood that makes it unique, and the community that people travel from around the world to be a part of.
What makes this property unique
There are many waterfront properties out there. But this one has a private beach, two v haul boat lifts, a wet slip for yachts up to 75 feet long, and two jetski lifts for a small fee. You also have three kitchens and living rooms on the property, 2 laundry rooms and four separate areas if you'd like to have additional privacy from your group.
Languages:
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