10/10 Excellent
Tina G.
20 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tina G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Entire home
Mermaid Cottage: Themed house! 5 mi. from pier, 3br, grill, deck, bunk bed
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9108.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island11 min drive
- Okaloosa Island Pier11 min drive
- Okaloosa Island Beach13 min drive
- Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)15 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Beige-Mom haven
1 King Bed
Bucaneer Bunk
1 Queen Bunk Bed
Siren Sanctuary
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Master Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet
Poop deck
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Mermaid Cottage: Themed house! 5 mi. from pier, 3br, grill, deck, bunk bed
Hidden in plain sight with a purple door, this Fort Walton Beach coastal farmhouse humbly offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. (7guests) 4 parking spaces, a front and backyard patio and 10 minutes from free beaches!
The open floor plan invites friends and families to gather around the living/dining area with a sectional couch, barstools, and a chair woven from banana leaves. There is a mounted smart TV (Shell-a-vision) with several music and entertainment apps to choose from.
Both bathrooms are equipped with hair dryers, shampoo, conditioner and body wash, makeup removing towels, bamboo bath mats, and a bidet in the master.
Bedroom 1: Bucaneer Bunk serves a pirate themed curation of local or custom theme artifacts to highlight real local pirate history, as well as a mounted Roku TV with an Xbox you may use with your own login!
It also contains an array of books in a barrel shaped shelf arranged Montessori style. Adult interests on top, child friendly material at the bottom, and even some dress up items like mermaid tails and pirate hats stored in a barrel style table.
BR2: Siren Sanctuary is ideal for the WFH person in the group. A wall mounted desk, a monitor if needed, a few drawers, lamp and dreamy decor tucked at the back of the house makes for a distraction free environment for any professional/introvert.
BR3: Beige-mom Bungalow is last but not least a luxurious, neutral master with hotel standard decor and linens. Private bathroom with a charming farmhouse sliding door.
Garage: "Treasure island" is a selfie station curation. Washer/dryer, backyard entrance for dogs, everything you could think of for the beach from towels to toys set up in vintage luggage trunks, and a sectional to hang out on.
Backyard: "Mermaid Haven" features a custom built deck with string lights next to a quaint fountain, and newly installed paving stone sitting area, complete with adirondack chairs with propane grill.
Turtle stepping stones lead you to the deck with a portable firepit where everyone can roast marshmallows.
Nearby:
.01 miles- Lou's Tavern - drink menu/info on the fridge. Newly renovated, great pub food. Menus on the fridge.
4-6 minutes- Chick-Fil-A, Panda Express, Bowling Alley, Wal Mart, Sam's Club, Clean Eatz!
10 minutes- VPS Airport
10-20 minutes: Okaloosa Island, Destin, beaches, souvenir shops, bars, restaurants, tourist activities, etc.
The open floor plan invites friends and families to gather around the living/dining area with a sectional couch, barstools, and a chair woven from banana leaves. There is a mounted smart TV (Shell-a-vision) with several music and entertainment apps to choose from.
Both bathrooms are equipped with hair dryers, shampoo, conditioner and body wash, makeup removing towels, bamboo bath mats, and a bidet in the master.
Bedroom 1: Bucaneer Bunk serves a pirate themed curation of local or custom theme artifacts to highlight real local pirate history, as well as a mounted Roku TV with an Xbox you may use with your own login!
It also contains an array of books in a barrel shaped shelf arranged Montessori style. Adult interests on top, child friendly material at the bottom, and even some dress up items like mermaid tails and pirate hats stored in a barrel style table.
BR2: Siren Sanctuary is ideal for the WFH person in the group. A wall mounted desk, a monitor if needed, a few drawers, lamp and dreamy decor tucked at the back of the house makes for a distraction free environment for any professional/introvert.
BR3: Beige-mom Bungalow is last but not least a luxurious, neutral master with hotel standard decor and linens. Private bathroom with a charming farmhouse sliding door.
Garage: "Treasure island" is a selfie station curation. Washer/dryer, backyard entrance for dogs, everything you could think of for the beach from towels to toys set up in vintage luggage trunks, and a sectional to hang out on.
Backyard: "Mermaid Haven" features a custom built deck with string lights next to a quaint fountain, and newly installed paving stone sitting area, complete with adirondack chairs with propane grill.
Turtle stepping stones lead you to the deck with a portable firepit where everyone can roast marshmallows.
Nearby:
.01 miles- Lou's Tavern - drink menu/info on the fridge. Newly renovated, great pub food. Menus on the fridge.
4-6 minutes- Chick-Fil-A, Panda Express, Bowling Alley, Wal Mart, Sam's Club, Clean Eatz!
10 minutes- VPS Airport
10-20 minutes: Okaloosa Island, Destin, beaches, souvenir shops, bars, restaurants, tourist activities, etc.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack and play in garage
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pet fee is negotiable. (Depending on size, breed)
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
PLEASE PUTT CIGARETTE BUTTS IN ASH TRAYS 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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Fort Walton Beach
Located in Fort Walton Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. Shoppers can check out HarborWalk Village, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beaches. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park and Goofy Golf are also worth visiting. With scuba diving, parasailing and windsurfing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Fort Walton Beach, FL
What's nearby
- Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center - 10 min drive - 7.1 km
- Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island - 11 min drive - 7.4 km
- Okaloosa Island Pier - 11 min drive - 7.4 km
- Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park - 11 min drive - 7.4 km
- Okaloosa Island Beach - 13 min drive - 8.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Chick-fil-A - 4 min drive
- Whataburger - 5 min drive
- Panda Express - 5 min drive
- Wendy's - 4 min drive
- AJ's on the Bayou - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Albert D.
4 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding
Albert D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rita B.
14 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rita B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
About the host
Your host
Hey, there! I'm Breanna.
The Mermaid Cottage is a runaway passion project. I purchased this as my first and only home in 2022 when I moved to the Emerald Coast, never intending for it to be a vacation rental.
When life took a turn, I created this space to share with you all in order to keep my precious first home. I've always had a calling for entertaining others, and what you get when you choose the Mermaid Cottage is fine-tuned details in every nook and cranny that have been hand-selected by myself and Hailey.
We take immense pride in repurposing when appropriate, and several pieces in the home are locally curated. There are also intentionally placed items that encourage sustainable habits to ensure our Emerald Coast remains beautiful, and it only makes sense to live like a local.
There are always enchanting enhancements being made to the space and I am truly thrilled to share it with you!
While serving 13 years in the US Army has held it's moments of pride, I can honestly say designing this experience has been my proudest accomplishment.
The Mermaid Cottage is a runaway passion project. I purchased this as my first and only home in 2022 when I moved to the Emerald Coast, never intending for it to be a vacation rental.
When life took a turn, I created this space to share with you all in order to keep my precious first home. I've always had a calling for entertaining others, and what you get when you choose the Mermaid Cottage is fine-tuned details in every nook and cranny that have been hand-selected by myself and Hailey.
We take immense pride in repurposing when appropriate, and several pieces in the home are locally curated. There are also intentionally placed items that encourage sustainable habits to ensure our Emerald Coast remains beautiful, and it only makes sense to live like a local.
There are always enchanting enhancements being made to the space and I am truly thrilled to share it with you!
While serving 13 years in the US Army has held it's moments of pride, I can honestly say designing this experience has been my proudest accomplishment.
Why they chose this property
It’s peaceful and cozy! In a great location
What makes this property unique
We have eco friendly / non toxic items throughout the house, including fresh plants for oxygen, fresh eucalyptus in the showers, and more!!
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