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GD 401: Ocean Eyes - Your Slice of Paradise Awaits!

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Fabulous Views! - Fabulous views from the balcony await you!!!
Balcony View - Stunning views from this 4th floor BEACH FRONT balcony are awating you!
Living Room - Spacious living room for family movie nights!
Crystal Clear water - Sandy white beaches and the pool awaits you!
Master Bedroom - Imagine waking up in this king size bed and stepping out onto the beach front balcony in the master bedroom. All while taking in the spectacular sights and sounds of the Emerald Coast; making for a truly memorable vacation getaway.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Heated pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Other Space 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

GD 401: Ocean Eyes - Your Slice of Paradise Awaits!

Gulf Dunes 401 - Ocean Eyes!
FREE PARKING AND FREE WIFI!!! Slip away to the dazzling blue waters on the Gulf of Mexico and stay at Gulf Dunes 401 East. Bright and beautiful throughout! Newly updated kitchen countertop, and backsplash!!! This end unit features additional side windows for more natural light and expanded views. FLAT SCREENS TVS THROUGHOUT THE UNIT. This unit also features secure, WIRELESS internet. This three-bedroom/three-bath end unit features side windows and numerous upgrades. Click on "photos" to view the upscale furnishings throughout each room. The master bath also features a separate tub and shower and dual sinks! You are sure to love it.

The sleeping arrangements in this unit are as follows: master bedroom - 1 king bed, 2nd bedroom - 1 queen bed, 3rd bedroom - 2 twin beds. Sleeper sofa in the living room. This unit sleeps 8.

- UPDATED COUNTERTOP AND BACKSPLASH
- corner unit with extra windows
- right on the beach - no obstructions
- reserved garage parking
- FREE WIFI
- FREE beach service
- FREE golf
- FREE snorkeling
- FREE dolphin cruise
- master bedroom beach front
- living room beach front
- KEYLESS entry
- 2 beach front pools
- tennis courts
- exercise room
- BBQ grills
- elevators

Gulf Dunes Condominiums is close to Fort Walton’s shopping and dining and a mere ten minutes from Destin. Stroll along the beach to the Okaloosa fishing pier or Boardwalk. Stay with us and enjoy access to two beachside swimming pools (one heated November – March), private beach walkover, exercise room, tennis court, and a barbecue area.

All of our nightly and weekly guests receive the following complimentary guest package:
2 beach chairs and an umbrella set up daily (March 1st to October 31st)
1 Free Round of Golf DAILY at 4 courses to choose from
* WINDSWEPT DUNES GOLF CLUB; a breathtaking 750 acre setting encompassing a serene 18 hole course
* REGATTA BAY GOLF & YACHT CLUB; a "must stop" Par 72 course on the Florida Panhandle
* EMERALD BAY GOLF CLUB; course designed by the famed golf course architect Bob Cupp
* SHALIMAR POINTE GOLF CLUB; located on the shores of Choctawhatchee Bay
1 Free Pass to a Dolphin Cruise DAILY (March 1st to October 31st)
* Morning, Afternoon, Sunset, and Fireworks Dolphin Cruise on the Cattywampus
* Beach or Sunset Dolphin Cruise on the Original Sea Blaster
1 Free Adult Pass to a Snorkeling Cruise DAILY (late spring, summer, and early fall); discover the beauty of the Gulf of Mexico by embarking on an unforgettable snorkeling adventure on the Original Sea Blaster or Cattywampus
1 Free Pass to Big Kahuna's Water Park DAILY; a 25-acre family fun park with over 40 water attractions, including a wave pool and speed slide

**Once your reservation is made, you’ll receive a personalized virtual guidebook filled with all the information you need to enjoy your stay to the fullest!**

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About the area

Fort Walton Beach

Located on the beach, this condo is in Okaloosa Island, a neighbourhood in Fort Walton Beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Walton Beaches and Okaloosa Island Beach. Emerald Coast Science Center and Goofy Golf are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Fort Walton Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Fort Walton Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Okaloosa Island Pier - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sura Korean Steakhouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Old Bay Steamer - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪FUBAR Pizza Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Upper Deck Beachside Bar & Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Aj's Oyster Shanty - ‬4 min walk

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 139 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 139 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 139 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 139 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 139 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This condo is perfect! It's clean, beautifully decorated and had everything we needed. The beach service was extremely convenient for our family and it wasn't a crowded beach like others we've been to. Totally recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie C.

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

Girls trip

We had an amzing time at the gulf dunes resort in FWB! Perfect girls beach getaway!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

steve W.

My Retreat

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 stay here at least once a year for the last seven years and have never been disappointed. The staff are amazing especially Mary Anne!
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2025
Thank you so much for your continued loyalty over the past seven years—it truly means the world to us! We're so glad each stay has lived up to your expectations. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to Marianne—she’ll be thrilled to hear it! Looking forward to welcoming you back again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany F.

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

Great view and location

This unit was great for our family. The condo was laid out perfectly. Had everything we needed in the kitchen. Loved that it was right by the stairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2024
Thank you for your outstanding review. We are happy that you found a perfect unit and hope that you will return in the near future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy T.

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

Perfect Fot for Our Spring Break

This beachfront condo was a perfect fit for our family of 5 having a bathroom attached to each of the three bedrooms The chair service on the beach as part of the rental was an added bonus. We would love to come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay so much and found the unit very accommodating. We look forward to having you back again soon. Please do not forget your return guest discount.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod M.

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

Dolphin Sightings and Fun in the Sun

Great location right on the beach. Good view from balcony where we could watch the dolphins swim by. Fun firework show for New Year's Eve that we could watch right on the beach. Communication was excellent and any issues were addressed in a timely manner.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

Birthday getaway

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: Fabulously relaxing, lovely condo, wonderful local seafood.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thanks for taking the time to review us and provide us with some AWESOME feedback!! Hope to see you back real soon!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Connie L.

Awesome 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 loved our stay at this condo, will definitely return and recommend to others!
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and we agree this condo is a perfect place to spend your beach vacation. We hope to see you again very soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

Golf Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Really a nice 3 bedroom unit
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thank you for your feedback on your recent stay at Brooks and Shorey Resorts. I am glad that overall you had a pleasant experience with the condo unit. We appreciate your business and look forward to having you visit with us again.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Dean& chars 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: Great
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thank you for your review! Hope to have you back again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stacee P.

Another wonderful Stay

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 rented through brooks and shorey for over 10 years and they make it so easy and this year the condo we rented was beautiful and perfect for our girls trip
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
I am so glad you enjoy coming to Okaloosa Island and renting through Brooks and Shorey Resorts. We value our guests and love extending a discount every time they stay with us.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

Vacation 2024

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: Gulf Dunes was GREAT our condo was super nice, very clean , great location, and the on site staff were very nice and helpful will definitely rebook Unit 401.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2024
Thank you for your delightful review! Gulf Dunes is an amazing property and we are thrilled to hear you and your family enjoyed your time there. We cannot wait to host you next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda E.

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

Vacation April 23-30, 2023

Great location & the cleanest condo I have ever rented. Sheets & towels were good. Pillows were hard, but that is expected in rental properties. Just remember to take your own.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gufl Dunes 401

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: The condo was well furnished and appointed. it was clean and comfortable. We would stay there again.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2023
We are happy to hear you enjoyed your vacation and thank you for booking with Brooks and Shorey Resorts! Be sure to mention our return customer discount when you're ready to book again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jay V.

Great location

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 thoroughly enjoyed this property. The master bedroom suite was large and the King bed was very comfortable. We enjoyed mornings on the balcony with our cup of coffee watching and listening to the waves. Eating places were abundant and Destin was just a short drive away. We hope to be back again soon!
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Nov 2024
We are delighted to hear your enjoyed your stay with us on Okaloosa Island! We cannot wait to have you back and apply our returning guest discount!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

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 several families meet up this year. Every moment will be cherished forever. Great memories with all. Our condo was great. Had everything we needed and more.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Dec 2023
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are glad you were able to share this experience with people close to you. We look forward to hosting you again with our return guest discount!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany T.

Awesome experience

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 condo was immaculate. View was awesome!! We had such a good time. No problems what so ever.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thank you for taking the time to review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience and sincerely appreciate your feedback and comments. We hope to welcome you back very soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

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

Very Clean!

This place has everything a family needs. Home away from home. Beautiful views, and beautiful clean place to stay. About a mile walk to the pier and restaurants. Wish we had a few extra blankets is our only complaint. Bring extra cash to the beach if you want to use the canoe and boards as they are not included. Beds are super cozy and balcony is very spacious. We had the best family vacation. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2024
Thank you for your kind review! We are so pleased to hear you and your family enjoyed your time at Gulf Dunes. We look forward to hosting you again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Corner Unit with Beautiful views all around!

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: Unit was clean and mostly well equipped, would have been nice to have extra pillows for the pull out couch and Tupperware for leftovers along with some plastic cups for kids. Otherwise everything was perfect with the unit.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
We are so glad you found the unit clean and mostly well equipped. We look forward to helping you plan the perfect vacation again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Senoia, GA

New to us but did not disappoint!

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: After four consecutive years in a different unit, we made a last minute change to this unit due to construction prep at the other building. Our family is in the midst of a two "lifequakes" and we needed a completely peaceful beach trip. This unit did not disappoint. It was clean, comfortable, well-equipped, and the view is fantastic! We had zero issues and will probably try to get this unit for our next stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're truly honored that you chose our unit during such a significant time in your lives, and we're so glad it provided the peace and comfort you needed. It means a lot to hear that everything met your expectations—from the cleanliness and amenities to the view. We’d be absolutely delighted to welcome you back for your next beach trip. Wishing you strength and calm as you navigate through your current season—our door is always open when you're ready for another peaceful getaway.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic Trip

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 wonderful time staying at Gulf Dunes 401. 3 bedrooms and 3 baths gave us plenty of room to spread out and have our own space. The condo was beautifully decorated and well appointed. The views were amazing, and Fort Walton Beach just feels like home. Brooks and Shorey, as always, is the easiest, friendliest, company to work with. We cannot wait for next year!
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
WOW!!! Absolutely wonderful to hear! We thank you so much and we look forward to seeing you again next year!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

Beautiful Property

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: Stayed a full week in this 4th floor condo. Beautiful view! Property was clean and well maintained. The Sea Blaster Water adventure was out of this world for kids learning to snorkel. The only complaints were - no shampoo or conditioner anywhere and if it rains, the balcony has no drainage. The water puddles a few inches deep. Still an amazing property and we will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Gulf Dunes unit 401 is a beautiful 3 bedroom end unit, the views are to-die-for..we are so glad you enjoyed your vacation here! We LOVE hearing feedback from the complimentary amenity package we offer all our guests, the dolphin cruise and snorkeling are SO much fun, we are thrilled to hear that you took advantage! Thank you for booking your beach vacation through Brooks and Shorey Resorts, please come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tana H.

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

Beautiful location

We truly enjoyed our stay. Super roomy and great view. Conveniently located to food and entertainment within walking distance. There was construction going on on the property so we did not have garage parking but they were easy to work around. The owners delivered additional dining room chairs while we were there so we had enough seats for everyone which was greatly appreciated. This was by far the largest condo we’ve stayed at with 3 bedrooms and 3 baths. The pool area was tight at times but was manageable. The late checkin was inconvenient after a long drive but that was made clean on the contract and we were able to use the facilities. The beds and couch are kind of squeaky but kind of expected when staying at a rental. All in all a great experience and we plan on coming back next summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thank you for your superb review.. We are so glad to hear about your lovely stay with us.. We hope to see you again soon.. Please call us to take advantage of our return guest discount.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Dayna G.

Gulf Dunes is always a great stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family and I have rented this unit 3 times over the past 5 years. We always like coming back to the same unit so we know exactly what to expect. It's always well stocked and the location can't be beat. However, the owner should do some light maintenance to the unit to make it tip top again. Several light bulbs were out, the dining room table was very unstable, some of the doors/kitchen cabinets were very sticky. Normal wear and tear of a rental but overall it was a great stay! The property management was always very responsive to our questions too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thank you for leaving a review. We will let maintenance know about the issues and get it fixed; we wish you would have let us know during your stay so we could fix them. We look forward to future reservations in which you could take advantage of the return customer discount.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Great location

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 unit was a great corner unit. Parking garage was perfect with assigned spaces, however we had two vehicles and had asked for a second pass to park outside. Did not get one and didn't want to waste time looking for the main office so took our chances. The day before we left my dauggters car had a note left on it, so we flipped it over and gave our unit number and that we were leaving the next morning. Would definitely recommend staying here again. Also, if beach chairs come with your unit, be sure to take lots of cash to give the attendant if you want on the front row.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept 2023
Thank you for your feedback. Delighted to hear your enjoyed the unit during the stay. Look forward to hosting you next time!
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