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Beachside Getaway on Emerald Coast

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Beach
Private kitchen
Bathroom
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Fort Walton Beaches
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Fort Walton Beach, FL
  • Place, Fort Walton Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Okaloosa Island Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Beachside Getaway on Emerald Coast

Welcome to "Mar a Sol"

Wake up to the soothing sounds of waves crashing...This modern apartment features stylish decor, comfortable furnishings, and all the amenities you need for a relaxing stay. Walk directly from the building onto the sandy shores. With proximity to local attractions in Destin and a serene beach atmosphere, this beachfront apartment is the perfect retreat for those seeking sun, sand, and tranquility!

Unit Includes
- Private parking
- 100 steps from the sand! Beach Access
- Pool Access
- Full Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- One bedroom
- Full Bathroom
- 10 minutes from buzzing city of Destin
- Less than 5 minutes to grocery store and local restaurants
- 24/7 Property Management Available for any of your needs

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3824952vb
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 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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Fort Walton Beach

Located in Okaloosa Island, a neighbourhood in Fort Walton Beach, this apartment is near a water park and near the beach. 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 Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. 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, power boating and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Fort Walton Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Fort Walton Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Okaloosa Island Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 2 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪FUBAR Pizza Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Old Bay Steamer - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Aj's Oyster Shanty - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Ave - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beachside Getaway on Emerald Coast have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Beachside Getaway on Emerald Coast pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Beachside Getaway on Emerald Coast?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beachside Getaway on Emerald Coast?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachside Getaway on Emerald Coast?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beachside Getaway on Emerald Coast located?

Located in Okaloosa Island, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Santa Rosa Sound, Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center and Ross Marler Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ciara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love the location and all the great food/ shops nearby!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your special trip and had a peaceful and comfortable stay with us. It’s wonderful to know you appreciated the convenient beach access, cleanliness, and location. We truly appreciate your support and would love to host you again in the future. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! 😊🌴☀️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrice R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Special trip with my husband and we were very pleased of our stay here. A few minutes from the beach with a nice boardwalk to get there. Very quiet and peaceful, clean, cozy, and close to grocery stores and shops. Parking was easy too- in front of the rental. We would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you and your husband enjoyed your special trip and had a peaceful and comfortable stay with us. It’s wonderful to know you appreciated the convenient beach access, cleanliness, and location. We truly appreciate your support and would love to host you again in the future. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! 😊🌴☀️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela J.

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

Holiday Weekend getaway

We loved our stay and our accommodations. We recommend this property to ours.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ashley s.

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

Family

Amazing place to stay with our family. Everything we wanted in more for our family vacation. Will be definitely booking again here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2025
Hi Ashley , Thank you so much!!
Verified

8/10 Good

Vicki O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, reasonable price. The bed definitely needs an upgrade, but besides that all was good.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SlapHappy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The staff here are accommodating and very friendly and attentive, the condo was clean and everyrhing worked perfect for us ! Not to mention met some really nice neighbors as well. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary & Jerri H.

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

Loved this place

Great place, so close to the beach! Gabriela was great with communication and treating us special! We would definitely come back.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly H.

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

EXCELLENT STAY!

We stayed for 8 nights at this property and it was perfect! The location was great, right in the middle of everything so we had plenty of choices of what beach to try each day. At night, the kids had a blast going to the beach right by the property to look for ghost crabs. The area can get busy on the main streets, but the property was very quiet and peaceful. Management was very responsive for even simple questions. The unit was very clean and looked just like the photis in the listing. We have absolutely no complaints and would be happy to stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thank you so much for the kind and detailed review! We're thrilled to hear that your stay was perfect and that the location gave you easy access to everything you wanted to explore. It sounds like the kids had a great time with the ghost crabs—that’s such a fun memory to make! We're glad the unit met your expectations and that you found it peaceful and true to the listing. It was a pleasure having you, and we’d be happy to welcome you back anytime! 🏖️😊
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pros: Close to beach, nicely appointed, nice linens, dishes, etc. pool was lovely. Cons: did not sleep 4 as advertised. We only had 3 so someone had to sleep on couch and it worked but it was not ideal. Bedroom has
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Aaron M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was great as well as communication with the host. Everything was clean and well kept. Easy to walk to the beach only taking about a minute. I gave 4 stars only because no air in the bathroom in apt 119. And bed was super creaky. Probably will wake up anyone in the room when getting up or turning over. Other than that. Everything was great. Will consider for next time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for your review! We truly appreciate your feedback and will make sure to fix the bathroom air and the bed. We’re glad you enjoyed your stay and we’ll be happy to host you again next time
Verified

8/10 Good

Leigh Ann N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice location just not cleaned

The location is amazing. Beach across a small side street. The room itself was nice but the floors were clearly not cleaned. I have an infant and within 5 mins of being on the floor her knees and legs were black bc of how dirty the floor was. We would have asked for it to be cleaned but it states that they charge you for more cleaning. Other than that we had a great stay, the pool is beautiful not many people were ever in it and our neighbors were very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Matthew M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
The best part of the stay was being close to the beach. However, the listing is very deceitful. They boast all the amenities available yet they aren’t. You are in a very cramped remodeled apartment. You cannot lock the doors from the inside so if you have children you have to be mindful as they can easily open the doors and get out. Also they did not leave any supplies to clean with such as trash bags or packets for the dishwasher. Additionally, the bedding and couch seemed to not be cleaned well. Be mindful of this booking and don’t expect very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2025
Matthew, thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the convenient location near the beach. We do want to clarify a few points for future guests. Our listing accurately reflects the space as a remodeled apartment, and all amenities listed are available for use. The doors are equipped with standard locks and meet safety requirements; however, we always encourage parents to supervise young children, as with any rental. We also provide a starter set of supplies, and additional items such as trash bags may need to be replenished by guests during longer stays. Cleanliness is very important to us, and our team services the unit thoroughly before each check-in. We regret if this was not up to your expectations and appreciate your feedback as it helps us continue improving the guest experience.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

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

The Perfect Affordable Getaway

Our hostess Gabriella was amazing- very responsive and attentive to questions leading up to our stay. The perfect location! The shortest walk to the beach (just across the parking lot). We walked over to drink our morning coffee and watch the surfers. Great location! When we booked, the google street view didn't show the updated building, but recent google images did. They've done a great job with this place. There is a mix between short term rentals and apartment tenants. Well maintained! Bottom floor facing the beach side- perfection. Everything you need. We will definitely be staying here again and hopefully in this room!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle P.

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

Good Value for sure!

Apt. 118, (listed as 114) The apartment inside was as pictured. There is absolutely no view of the beach-which is pictured in listing, but you are able to get to the beach very quickly and easily! We had everything we needed there- kitchen items, ice maker, beach towels, paper towels, trash bags, and coin laundry was available. (Take quarters with) The host was very sweet and provided coffee and a special gift basket for us. It was very appreciated! The only complaints I have are probably a matter of personal taste- I would highly recommend a real sofa and a couple of real chairs to eat at the countertop, and there is a need for some hooks to hang up beach towels and suits. The bed was comfortable and it was a quiet area. We used the pool a lot when we were not at the beach, there was never more than 2 other people in it. Neighbors were nice and recommended a pizza place within walking distance, as well as let us know about the fireworks. There was construction going on a few doors down, but it really didn’t bother us much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jerson O.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Nice location, nice beach, the host can improve communication.

The listing description mentioned ‘breathtaking’ ocean view and unfortunately it wasn’t the case. The address and unit number provided first via the app was to an unit on the first floor that was under construction, the host claimed there was an AC issue on that one then moved us to another unit on the first floor on an adjacent bldg. Then that one was also on the first floor and without an ocean view, we requested to be placed on an unit with advertised view. They got back to us late that day and offered a free week on another occasion or a full reimbursement (if we wanted to leave), the host claimed there was a fire on the unit with the ocean view. After traveling the whole day we were exhausted and decided to stay and requested a partial reimbursement. A duct vent cover fell on my head, which I immediately informed, the host said they would send someone to fix it the next morning, they actually sent someone several days later after I reminded them to do so. The partial reimbursement also took many days and a lot of back and forth, but they finally did it. The unit looked OK, similar to shown on the pictures (except for the lack of ocean view). The beach is very close by. The only problem was that the water wasn’t crystal clear since there was algae (and dead fish). Seems like there is something called JuneGrass that may happen in June and July. It’s basically algae that naturally happens and sometimes kills some fish.There is a social media group that helps find reports
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very close to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your special trip and had a peaceful and comfortable stay with us. It’s wonderful to know you appreciated the convenient beach access, cleanliness, and location. We truly appreciate your support and would love to host you again in the future. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! 😊🌴☀️ Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your special trip and had a peaceful and comfortable stay with us. It’s wonderful to know you appreciated the convenient beach access, cleanliness, and location. We truly appreciate your support and would love to host you again in the future. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! 😊🌴☀️

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